flat ware

[flat-wair]

flat·ware

[flat-wair]
noun
1.
utensils, as knives, forks, and spoons, used at the table for serving and eating food.
2.
dishes or containers for the table that are more or less flat, as plates and saucers (distinguished from hollowware).

Origin:
1850–55; flat1 + ware1
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Flat ware is always a great word to know.
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a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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