glassware

noun

glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwer How to pronounce glassware (audio)
Synonyms of glasswarenext
: articles made of glass

Examples of glassware in a Sentence

a cabinet that holds glassware
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Shop everything jewelry, art, handbags, glassware, furniture and more. Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Feb. 2026 Adding a rinse aid will allow glassware to shine more brightly after going through the dishwasher. Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026 When clearing out your glassware collection, keep coordinating sets together and donate the random standoffs. Kaylei Fear, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026 Details like antique glassware and petite vases of fresh flowers refreshed regularly help the rooms feel personable and intimate. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glassware

Word History

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of glassware was in 1722

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“Glassware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glassware. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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glassware

noun
glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce glassware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: articles of glass
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