glassware

noun

glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwer How to pronounce glassware (audio)
: articles made of glass

Examples of glassware in a Sentence

a cabinet that holds glassware
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But the espresso martini is not the drink of choice being strained into glittering glassware for thirsty drinkers citywide. Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 Staff members carried the child behind the bar and showed him glassware and drinks. Maureen MacKey, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024 Beverages highlighted tequila and mezcal, and the restaurant worked with Mexican artisans to source its crockery and glassware. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024 Abundant garnish selections and funky glassware will boost your hosting game and make the evening unforgettable (and definitely Instagram-worthy). Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for glassware 

Word History

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of glassware was in 1722

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“Glassware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glassware. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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glassware

noun
glass·​ware ˈglas-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce glassware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: articles of glass
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