glassware

noun

glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwer How to pronounce glassware (audio)
: articles made of glass

Examples of glassware in a Sentence

a cabinet that holds glassware
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Placed in the kitchen or dining room, the Emily Accent Cabinet is convenient for storing serveware, glassware, and cookware. Clint Davis, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Water refill stations, LED lighting with dimmers, glassware instead of disposables, and a table linen reuse program further minimize the property’s carbon footprint. Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Simply place the drinks, snacks, and glassware on the shelves, and they can be selected straight off the wall. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2025 While some people can pull off an eclectic mix of ceramics and glassware, that can take years (and lots of vintage shopping) to accomplish. Erika Owen, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for glassware

Word History

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of glassware was in 1722

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“Glassware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glassware. Accessed 7 May. 2025.

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glassware

noun
glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce glassware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: articles of glass
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