dishware

noun

dish·​ware ˈdish-ˌwer How to pronounce dishware (audio)
: tableware (as of china) used in serving food

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All the dishware is made in Mexico by Mexican artisans, giving it a warm and homey touch. Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025 The dishware is also conveniently dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 9 June 2025 The dishware and uniforms indoors are also different, a more polished palette of whites, blacks and grays. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025 While the upfront expense can be costly, the long-term benefits go beyond dishware—soft water is also gentler on appliances, skin, clothing, and plumbing. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for dishware

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dishware was in 1946

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“Dishware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dishware. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

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