Thesaurus results for FLATWARE

flatware

noun

ˈflat-ˌwer

Definition of flatware

as in silver

eating and serving utensils asked for inexpensive stemware and flatware for their wedding

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Recent Examples of flatware Scooby-Doo’s bag that opens to a pocket universe and is capable of storing an infinite amount of things, including refrigerators, giant sandwiches, and entire sets of flatware that belonged to the late queen? — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 29 July 2026 This extra-large expandable silverware tray brings a little order back to the chaos, with adjustable sections that fit a variety of drawer sizes and deep compartments for everything from everyday flatware to bulky kitchen tools. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 Nothing soothes the soul quite like the sun and sand — and, for some people, a giant shade canopy, indoor couch and a table decked out with flatware and a fancy meal. — Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 Finish refers to how reflective a flatware set is. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for flatware

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Noun

For Household and Personal Items Silver Simply replace your silver cleaner with toothpaste to achieve the same result.

— Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2026
The new camera is designed to look like it was pulled directly from the 2000s (rather than the ’80s look of the original), with metallic silver and bubblegum pink options among the blind box shells.

— Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of silver

Noun

Loading silverware handles down and usable ends up ensures maximum cleanliness but may lead to accidents.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
The Jean Dubost company has been manufacturing cutlery in Thiers, France for more than a century, and that history is reflected in the quality of this silverware.

— Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of silverware

Noun

The hijackers used small knives to threaten passengers, attack crew members and seize the planes.

— Rio Yamat, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026
Prosecutors said the first victim needed specialty surgery to remove the knife from his back, and Grunhaus was also hospitalized with serious injuries.

— Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of knife

Noun

Francéclat’s Émergence program developed the event — the program supports the business development of French emerging brands within the jewelry, watchmaking and tableware sectors.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
Their florist was Atelier Decorelle, while tableware and furniture came from Rental Co.

— Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of tableware

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