cutlery

noun

Definition of cutlerynext
as in knife

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Recent Examples of cutlery Seasonal ceramics and cutlery are commissioned from local artisans, many of whom have worked with the estate for years. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 May 2026 Bring a reusable thermos to your local coffee shop, which will keep your iced coffee cooler for longer while using less plastic, and pack your own utensils to avoid the plastic cutlery that comes with takeout. — Simmone Shah, Time, 27 May 2026 Other eco-amenities include all-natural insect repellent and sunscreen in refillable containers, plus a handy pouch with reusable straw and cutlery to bring along during day trips. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 Even the most memorable new character, Forky (Tony Hale)—an endearingly daffy piece of plastic cutlery with a tendency toward self-harm—could only reinforce the sense that we were being served a load of flimsy, disposable goods. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cutlery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutlery
  1. knife
  2. spoon
  3. fork
  4. silverware
  5. silver
  6. teaspoon
Noun
  • The knife went through it with ease, and the mix of sweet cinnamon and savory chicken just worked perfectly together.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026
  • About 15 minutes before the police found the victims, a man flagged down a Lauderhill officer to report that someone armed with a knife tried to attack him, according to police.
    — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
Definition of knife
Noun
  • Use your finger to draw a line across the back of your spoon.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026
  • The pair of anglers also use Little Cleo spoons in blue with red dots.
    — Tom Opre, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026
Definition of spoon
Noun
  • Previous Fire Sticks ran Fire OS, which is an Android fork based on the Android Open Source Project.
    — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 30 June 2026
  • Use a fork to smash the cheese into the oil and vinegar, then whisk to combine.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 29 June 2026
Definition of fork
Noun
  • Prevent Rust Since chalk works as a good moisture controller, it can be used to prevent rust on tools, jewelry, silverware, and other metal items.
    — Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 5 July 2026
  • Festive table settings Every 4th of July picnic, BBQ and cookout needs plates, cups, napkins and silverware.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 29 June 2026
Definition of silverware
Noun
  • The police car, a silver Ford Taurus used by the investigation division, contained two Oakland police homicide detectives who were able to continue their shift after the crash, authorities said.
    — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 5 July 2026
  • Headquartered in Oklahoma City, the company offers over 30,000 products, including gold, silver, platinum and palladium.
    — Jamela Adam, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Definition of silver
Noun
  • To maximize the longevity of your hydrangeas, add a splash of lemon juice or a teaspoon of sugar to the vase water.
    — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026
  • Heat a teaspoon of neutral oil in a skillet over low-medium heat.
    — Malaka Gharib, NPR, 6 July 2026
Definition of teaspoon

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“Cutlery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutlery. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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