First Known Use: 1863
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Meissen
noun Meis·sen \ˈmī-sən\
Definition of MEISSEN
: a ceramic ware made at Meissen near Dresden; especially : a European porcelain developed under the patronage of the king of Saxony about 1715 and used for both ornamental and table wares —called also Meissen china, Meissen ware
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Origin of MEISSEN
Meissen, Saxony, Germany
Meissen
geographical name Meis·sen \ˈmī-sən\
Definition of MEISSEN
city E Germany NW of Dresden pop 33,997
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