silverware

[sil-ver-wair]

noun

1. articles, especially eating and serving utensils, made of silver, silver-plated metals, stainless steel, etc.

silverware

/ ˈsɪlvəˌwɛə /

noun

1. articles, esp tableware, made of or plated with silver

Word History and Origins

Origin of silverware¹

First recorded in 1780–90; silver + ware ¹

Example Sentences

For lefties like me, let the waiter know, and they will bring out silverware that’s angled specifically for us.

From Salon

A petty criminal from Birmingham, by then in his 80s, claimed he and two others had stolen the silverware and melted it down to make fake half-crown coins.

From BBC

For them, the game is not only a contest for silverware, pride and glory.

From BBC

One season without silverware is poor enough for the Spaniard and, though it is still early days, ending 2025-26 without triumphing would be unthinkable.

From BBC

He has won trophies throughout his career, including two Scottish titles with Celtic and the Asian Cup with Australia, and there will be an immediate expectation for Forest to challenge for silverware again.

From BBC

Related Words

• cutlery 
• flatware 
• tableware