silverware

noun

ˈsil-vər-ˌwer How to pronounce silverware (audio)
Definition of silverwarenext
as in silver
eating and serving utensils we keep the silverware in a separate drawer

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Recent Examples of silverware Perhaps the hosting couple could consider using really nice, disposable dishes, silverware and plastic glasses. — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 Prevent Rust Since chalk works as a good moisture controller, it can be used to prevent rust on tools, jewelry, silverware, and other metal items. — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 5 July 2026 Festive table settings Every 4th of July picnic, BBQ and cookout needs plates, cups, napkins and silverware. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 The lengthy tables were covered in white cloth and featured multiple floral centerpieces, as well as plates and silverware. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for silverware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silverware
  1. silver
  2. flatware
  3. knife
Noun
  • To extract valuable metals such as silver, lead, copper, and zinc from the hard rock, the ore was crushed and then smelted in a furnace using intense heat.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 July 2026
  • After silver was discovered in the 1870s, the miners returned and hard rock mining boomed.
    — John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 July 2026
Definition of silver
Noun
  • 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, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Finish refers to how reflective a flatware set is.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
Definition of flatware
Noun
  • That case focused mostly on the details of the knife attack itself; the federal one delves more into questions of motive.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • Greek media reported the suspect had been brandishing a knife and threatening people before the attack, prompting a bystander to call police.
    — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of knife

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