tablewares

noun

Definition of tablewaresnext
plural of tableware
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as in flatware
eating and serving utensils during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives

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as in plates
dishes used for eating or serving food or drink the couple would take out their good tableware only on special occasions

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  1. flatware
  2. plates
  3. glasses
Noun
  • Perfect for replacing dating flatware or to have extra for guests and parties.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 8 Oct. 2024
  • In addition to its spice collections, The Spice Suite also features a range of dinnerware, flatware and flour mixes for pancakes, cornbread and cookies.
    Taryn White, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of flatware
Noun
  • Mangione's profile on X shows a background image of an X-ray with what appears to be screws and plates inserted in a lower back.
    Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The wireless gadget uses flexing copper plates that conform to the shape of your hair, straightening it quickly with minimal heat exposure.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of plates
Noun
  • Google wants to inject artificial intelligence into your glasses.
    Richard Nieva, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Designed to highlight anything from Champagne to a full-bodied red, the exquisitely light, delicate glasses are unmatched for their elegance, Hawkins explains.
    Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of glasses
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