Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
frit
Noun
/frɪt/
Definition
A ceramic material that has been granulated and ground to a fine powder to create a glaze or glass-like surface.
Examples
- The artist applied a layer of frit on the pottery before firing it in the kiln.
- Frit is commonly used in tile manufacturing to create a smooth finish.
- She experimented by mixing different colors of frit to achieve unique glaze effects.
Meaning
Frit is used in the production of ceramics, glass, and other materials, acting as a flux to lower the melting point of other substances.
Synonyms
- Glass powder
- Granulate
- Flux
