tableware

noun

ta·​ble·​ware ˈtā-bəl-ˌwer 

: utensils (as of china, glass, or silver) for table use

Synonyms of tableware

• silver
• silverware
• flatware
• knife

Examples of tableware in a Sentence

during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives

the couple would take out their good tableware only on special occasions

Recent Examples on the Web

Based in Arma di Taggia, in Italy’s Liguria region, Bonaldo relies on the high quality of the Taggiasca extra virgin olive oil, but the brand offers a wide range of premium products that celebrate the country’s culinary heritage, pastas and rice, as well as a collection of tableware. —Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025

The Art of Paul Scott' See how artist Paul Scott takes unassuming blue-and-white cultural designs on tableware to create poignant social commentary. —Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Dec. 2025

For more luxe holiday decor to style this season, check out our favorite finds below with everything from Christmas tableware to greenery, ornaments, garlands, table decor, and more. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025

More cookware, tableware, and appliances are up to 35 percent off. —Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tableware

• aftercare
• anywhere
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• disrepair
• doctrinaire
• earthenware
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware

Kids Definition

tableware

noun

ta·​ble·​ware ˈtā-bəl-ˌwa(ə)r 

-ˌwe(ə)r

: utensils (as of china, glass, or silver) for table use