glassware

noun

glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwer How to pronounce glassware (audio)
Synonyms of glasswarenext
: articles made of glass

Examples of glassware in a Sentence

a cabinet that holds glassware
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Shop coasters, glassware, serving boards, candles, barware and more. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026 One roach crawled on glassware in the dishwashing area and eight were under the dishwasher. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 That’s also good news for local food and alcohol suppliers, limo drivers, security personnel, tablecloth and glassware suppliers. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2026 Big-ticket items like sectional sofas and dining room tables as well as smaller pieces like glassware and throw pillows are also included in the discounts—no category is left unturned. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glassware

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First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of glassware was in 1722

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“Glassware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glassware. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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glassware

noun
glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce glassware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: articles of glass

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