cutlery

noun

cut·​lery ˈkət-lə-rē 

1

: the business of a cutler

2

: edged or cutting tools

specifically : implements for cutting and eating food

Examples of cutlery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Originally designed for military campaigns, mess kits for civilians usually contain pots and pans, cutlery and dishware in a lightweight, compact and nested package. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 May 2025

Joanna Rosenberg, the chief sales and marketing officer at Zwilling J.A. Henckels, a German company that specializes in cutlery and other kitchen products, said the firm would have to raise prices for some products in early June. —Madeleine Ngo, New York Times, 2 May 2025

Rada Cutlery, a brand that manufactures cutlery in the United States, states that wooden knife blocks can be cleaned in three simple steps. —Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 17 May 2025

Consider downsizing your clothing, shoes, holiday decor, and kitchen items such as plates, cutlery and small appliances. —Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

cutlery

noun

cut·​lery ˈkət-lə-rē 

1

: the business of a cutler

2

: cutting tools (as knives and scissors)

3

: utensils for cutting, serving, and eating food