tableware

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noun

Definition of TABLEWARE

1

eating and serving utensils <during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives>

Synonyms flatware, silver, silverware

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

2

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

Synonyms dinnerware

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