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glassware

American  
[glas-wair, glahs-] / ˈglæsˌwɛər, ˈglɑs- /

noun

  • glasswares
    plural
  1. articles of glass, especially drinking glasses.


glassware British  
/ ˈɡlɑːsˌwɛə /

noun

  1. articles made of glass

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of glassware

First recorded in 1705–15; glass + ware 1


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Leslie Vooris shares some recommendations for elevating your drinking experience by investing in fancy glassware.

From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026

“I source every single item,” Scott said, as he gave a tour of the elegant showroom filled with vintage furniture and modern accessories including glassware, pillows, lighting and small gifts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2026

Tonnes of objects were found in the former cesspits and brick-lined wells of the homes, revealing objects like glassware, pottery and clay pipes, originating from Roman times to the Victorian period.

From BBC ● Jan. 18, 2026

The saleswoman said she thought a few small items, like our Herend China and Lalique crystal glassware, might sell if we took them to local antique shops.

From MarketWatch ● Dec. 30, 2025

She inspected all the glassware for spots or smudges, and when she found them—which was often—she’d scream, “MINNIE!” so loud that Mary cringed.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot

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