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dishware

noun

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

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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 Louis Vuitton’s presence is not only prominently displayed on the linens and dishware but also in the food itself—the act of dining yet another form of immersive branding. Regan Stephens, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Nov. 2025 The nonprofit also provided other necessities like disposable cutlery or dishware. La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dishware

Word History

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 9 Dec. 2025.

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