silverware

sil·ver·ware

noun \ˈsil-vər-ˌwer\

: objects (such as forks, knives, spoons, dishes, teapots, etc.) for serving food and drink that are made of or covered with silver

: forks, knives, and spoons that are made of stainless steel, plastic, etc.

: something (such as a large cup or trophy) that is given as a prize in a sports contest

Full Definition of SILVERWARE

1

:  silver plate 1

2

:  flatware

Examples of SILVERWARE

1. The team has gone two seasons without winning any silverware.
2. <we keep the silverware in a separate drawer>

First Known Use of SILVERWARE

1848

Related to SILVERWARE

Synonyms

flatware, silver, tableware

Related Words

place setting, setting, setup; silver plate; cutlery; chopstick, fork, knife, spoon, tablespoon, teaspoon

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