flatware

noun

flat·​ware ˈflat-ˌwer 

: relatively flat tableware

especially : eating and serving utensils (such as knives, forks, and spoons) compare hollowware

Synonyms

• silver
• silverware
• knife
• tableware

Examples of flatware in a Sentence

asked for inexpensive stemware and flatware for their wedding

Recent Examples on the Web

Allura also showcases a new line of service and flatware, which will eventually be the Jacques standard on other Oceania ships. —Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025

Part of owning anything is taking good care of it, and from sterling flatware to outdoor garden ornaments, Southerners maintain their belongings with pride. —Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2025

An improved spray arm and filter gets dishes, flatware and glasses cleaner. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 July 2025

Sur La Table offers cookware, bakeware, kitchen electronics and gadgets, cutlery, flatware, prep, storage and organizers, drink ware, barware, coffee and tea accessories, as well as demos and cooking classes. —David Moin, Footwear News, 25 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1746, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for flatware

• abwehr
• affair
• affaire
• airfare
• altair
• armchair
• aware
• beware
• bugbear
• carfare
• childcare
• compare

Kids Definition

flatware

noun

flat·​ware ˈflat-ˌwa(ə)r 

-ˌwe(ə)r

: eating and serving utensils (as forks, spoons, and knives)