noun
- a type of soft, heat-resistant stone (typically steatite or soapstone) used historically to make cooking pots and vessels
Usage: historical; archaeology
Examples
- Archaeologists discovered fragments of potstones at the ancient settlement site.
- Native Americans carved cooking vessels from potstones found in local quarries.
- The museum displayed bowls made from potstones dating back centuries.
- Potstones were valued for their ability to withstand high temperatures without cracking.
- The soft texture of potstones made them easy to carve into useful shapes.
- Trading routes often included potstones as valuable commodities for cooking implements.