glassware

noun

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

Examples of glassware in a Sentence

a cabinet that holds glassware
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The Federalist’s antique pieces can range from several hundred dollars for smaller objects, decorative glassware and ceramics, to upwards of $10,000 for larger furniture. Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026 The small kitchen retains its midcentury charm, but open shelving above the counter provides an airier, more contemporary cupboard to show off Miranda-Martin’s dish and glassware collection. Marissa Gluck, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026 Due to glass’s heat sensitivity, even oven-safe glassware should be treated with care. Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 25 June 2026 The glassware is lightweight yet substantial in the hand. Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 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 3 Jul. 2026.

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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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