tableware

[tey-buhl-wair]

noun

1. the dishes, utensils, etc., used at the table.

tableware

/ ˈteɪbəlˌwɛə /

noun

1. articles such as dishes, plates, knives, forks, etc, used at meals

Word History and Origins

Origin of tableware¹

First recorded in 1825–35; table + ware ¹

Example Sentences

Items like themed tableware, paper goods and decorations will also be available.

From Los Angeles Times

I was fixated on her choice of tableware: a cream-colored bubble plate.

From Salon

But that would offer little comfort to firms like Fuling, a firm that sells disposable tableware to US fast food restaurants like McDonald's and Wendy's, said the additional tariffs will "significantly impact" its business.

From BBC

As well as bringing the game's most extravagant bit of tableware back to the Twickenham trophy cabinet, that is what this win does.

From BBC

Through her company, Celebrations for Every Season, Gallotte rents out vintage tableware such as dishes, silverware, glassware, linens and florals to customers throughout the Northwest.

From Seattle Times

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