Thesaurus results for FLATWARE

flatware

noun

ˈflat-ˌwer

Definition of flatware

as in silver

eating and serving utensils asked for inexpensive stemware and flatware for their wedding

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Recent Examples of flatware Scandinavian countries and Japan produced particularly attractive modernist flatware in the 1950s and ’60s, giving you the vintage look without the constant polishing. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 14 Aug. 2026 If neutrals aren’t your style, try using monochromatic dishes and flatware to create a bolder look while still letting the plants be the focal point. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026 Scooby-Doo’s bag that opens to a pocket universe and is capable of storing an infinite amount of things, including refrigerators, giant sandwiches, and entire sets of flatware that belonged to the late queen? — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 29 July 2026 Nothing soothes the soul quite like the sun and sand — and, for some people, a giant shade canopy, indoor couch and a table decked out with flatware and a fancy meal. — Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for flatware

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Noun

Mario Prada sourced fine leathers, silver, silk and crystal from Europe and beyond and these are on public display in Milan for the first time.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
The two are always dressed to balance each other onscreen, as in complementary lavender and yellow, or that aforementioned ball’s gold and silver.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of silver

Noun

According to Degrenne’s successors, about 50 percent of all French households counted their silverware and cutlery in their home in 1989.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Lifewit Large Silverware Drawer Organizer This Amazon best-seller transforms chaotic silverware drawers into an organizational haven.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of silverware

Noun

The lid for covering food on the grill and the magnetic wall strip for knife and utensil storage lack cleaning.

— NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
Tucked in a slit in the back cover is a Cabello’s receipt for six rifles, ten smoke grenades, two hunting knives, a hundred zip ties, three KitKats.

— George Saunders, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of knife

Noun

Over the summer, the retailer expanded its clothing fabrics floor by 140 percent, taking over an area formerly dedicated to tableware, crockery and small home furnishings.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
An emphasis on local artisans can be seen in everything from the restaurant’s clay tableware to the spirits used in The Bar’s impressive craft cocktail list.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

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