dishware

noun

dish·​ware ˈdish-ˌwer How to pronounce dishware (audio)
: tableware (as of china) used in serving food

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Use it in a dining room or breakfast nook to organize dishware and table linens, or to hold craft supplies and stationery if your dining table doubles as a homework hub. Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025 Pyrex dishware Beyond adding warmth, charm, and functionality to any kitchen, old-school Pyrex is actually tougher than the modern stuff. Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2025 When applied to pottery, dishware, or anything artisanal, Pantone’s pick embraces human craftsmanship in all of its intricacy and imperfection. Tim Nelson, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2025 Then, introduce darker blues through rugs, seating, dishware, or window treatments. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dishware

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First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dishware was in 1946

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“Dishware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dishware. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

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