stemware

noun

stem·​ware ˈstem-ˌwer How to pronounce stemware (audio)
: glass hollowware mounted on a stem

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Royals across Europe quickly became fans of the striking stemware, and its production continued throughout the centuries. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025 White tablecloths, crystal stemware and silver flatware covered the tables. Matthew Futterman, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025 The Riedel family has been making stemware in Austria for almost 300 years. Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 An elegant piece of stemware that encourages your vino’s unique aromas to develop can make even a budget bottle of chardonnay feel like a restaurant-worthy experience. Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stemware 

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stemware was in 1892

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

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stemware

noun
stem·​ware ˈstem-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce stemware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: glass vessels (as goblets) mounted on a stem
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