dinnerware

noun

din·​ner·​ware ˈdi-nər-ˌwer How to pronounce dinnerware (audio)
: tableware other than flatware

Examples of dinnerware in a Sentence

received three sets of dinnerware as wedding gifts
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Her other big debut during Salone, the Rose collection for Japanese ceramics brand Noritake, features more hand-painting—adorning a selection of white porcelain dinnerware in a riot of pink and green based on the flowers in her kitchen garden. Dan Howarth, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2025 Crate & Barrel, founded in Chicago and headquartered in nearby Northbrook, collaborated with United to bring products such as its Marin dinnerware and new Tuscan Marble collection. Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 The sleek, contemporary design decisions were made by the full partnership team, from the green shade of the chairs to the types of dinnerware and silverware, Gowani said. Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2025 East Fork: Up to 40% Off Stock up on home goods like some of our favorite serveware and dinnerware during East Fork’s holiday sale. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for dinnerware

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dinnerware was in 1843

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“Dinnerware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dinnerware. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

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dinnerware

noun
din·​ner·​ware -ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce dinnerware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: utensils (as dishes and glasses) used at the dinner table

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