Entry Word: tableware

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 eating and serving utensils <we ran short of tableware, so Emily went next door and borrowed some forks and knives>

Synonyms flatware, silver, silverware

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

2 dishes used for eating or serving food or drink <Betty would take out her good tableware only on special occasions, as when the mayor came to dinner>

Synonyms dinnerware

Related Words setting; china, chinaware, crockery, earthenware, porcelain, pottery, stoneware, ware; crystal, glassware; plate, saucer; cup, glass, goblet, mug, teacup; bowl, casserole, charger, platter, tureen