
Crock
Cooking Context
Typically used to refer to containers used in cooking and storing food.

She stores her homemade pickles in a large crock.
Material Specific
A crock is usually made of earthen materials, not metal or plastic.

They served the stew from a heavy earthen crock.
Antique Appeal
Antique crocks may be collectibles and appear rustic or country-style.

The vintage crock on the mantlepiece is from the 19th century.
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