Definition & Meaning of "potter's wheel"in English

What is a "potter's wheel"?

A potter's wheel is a rotating tool used in ceramics to shape clay into various forms. It consists of a circular platform that spins when operated by hand or a motor. The potter places a lump of clay on the spinning wheel and uses their hands and tools to shape the clay as it turns. This allows for precise and symmetrical creations, such as bowls, vases, and other pottery items.