silverware

noun

ˈsil-vər-ˌwer How to pronounce silverware (audio)
Definition of silverwarenext
as in silver
eating and serving utensils we keep the silverware in a separate drawer

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Recent Examples of silverware One-of-a-kind and more elaborate objects, including silverware, vases, and ceramics, will be made-to-order. — Chiara Barzini, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2026 Mbappé did not win any silverware last season – often a huge factor in the decision-making process – finishing fourth at the World Cup with France and failing to win a trophy with Real Madrid. — Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026 The short clip highlights a lavish chandelier and floral centerpieces, and even shows Melania carefully arranging elegant silverware and glassware on the dinner table. — Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 19 Sep. 2026 Steen had sold Frost’s television and silverware for about $75, witnesses testified in court. — Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for silverware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silverware
  1. silver
  2. flatware
  3. knife
Noun
  • Nano black features a fingerprint- and stain-resistant coating, while the silver-white Neo is treated with a special sandblasting process to give it a matte finish.
    — Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, meanwhile, became the first American team to win a medal in Olympic mixed doubles curling, taking silver.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of silver
Noun
  • Tableware Deals With holiday hosting season a few weeks out, now is a sensible time to stock up on glassware and flatware.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026
  • All the dishes are served on plates from Crossland’s supply company, Mango Supplies and Resources, which also sells flatware and other goods to restaurants.
    — Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of flatware
Noun
  • Witnesses told South Korean media that the attacker appeared to have knives tied to both hands and stabbed people in different parts of the mall while moving up and down the floors on an escalator.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • During opening statements Tuesday, Rouse said traces of Garr's blood were found deep within the handle of a knife used in the attack.
    — CBS News Philadelphia Staff, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of knife

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“Silverware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silverware. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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