barware

noun

bar·​ware ˈbär-ˌwer How to pronounce barware (audio)
: glassware or utensils used in preparing and serving alcoholic beverages

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Each tour stop will also feature an exclusive retail offering with city-specific barware. — Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2026 Shop coasters, glassware, serving boards, candles, barware and more. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026 These vibrant, wiggly handblown coupes are a perfect choice for hosts who don’t take their barware too seriously. — Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 Build an impressive collection of barware, glassware, and second-hand books at thrift shops at a fraction of the cost of buying new. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for barware

Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of barware was in 1866

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“Barware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/barware. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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