silverware
Forks and spoons
Silverware is eating utensils—knives, forks, and spoons—regardless of whether they're actually made of silver.
The term persists from when such items were commonly silver or silver-plated: Set the table with the good silverware.
In broader use, silverware can include any metal tableware: serving pieces, platters, or decorative items.
British English prefers cutlery for eating utensils.
Tined eating tool
- knifeSharp cutting utensil
- spoonEating utensil for liquids
- teaspoonSmall spoon or measure
- tablespoonCulinary volume unit
ladle · tongs · utensil · serving spoon · butter knife · steak knife · dessertspoon · salad fork
Arranged utensils for dining
- table settingArranged dinnerware for one
- dinnerPrimary evening meal
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- feastElaborate ceremonial meal
meal · buffet · reception · formal dinner · luncheon · brunch · tea service · dinner party
Elegance of manner
- sophisticationCultured elegance and complexity
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- formalFollowing strict protocol
- opulenceShowy, abundant prosperity
grandeur · ornate · exquisite · fine dining · heirloom · wedding registry · presentation · craftsmanship
Pure silver alloy
- stainless steelRust-proof iron alloy
- pewterTin-based tableware alloy
- tarnishOxidation discoloration on metal
- polishSmooth by rubbing
hallmark · patina · luster · rhodium · electroplate · Sheffield · antique · heirloom
fork
Tined eating tool
tablespoon · ladle · tongs · utensil · serving spoon · butter knife · steak knife · dessertspoon · salad fork · carving knife
place setting
Arranged utensils for dining
- table settingArranged dinnerware for one
- dinnerPrimary evening meal
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
feast · meal · buffet · reception · formal dinner · luncheon · brunch · tea service · dinner party · restaurant
refinement
Elegance of manner
- sophisticationCultured elegance and complexity
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- formalFollowing strict protocol
opulence · grandeur · ornate · exquisite · fine dining · heirloom · wedding registry · presentation · craftsmanship · decorative
sterling
Pure silver alloy
- stainless steelRust-proof iron alloy
- pewterTin-based tableware alloy
- tarnishOxidation discoloration on metal
polish · hallmark · patina · luster · rhodium · electroplate · Sheffield · antique · heirloom · monogram
manners
Customs of polite conduct
- protocolPrescribed conduct rules
- table mannersProper conduct during meals
- properSocially appropriate
formal · placement · setting · hostess · charger · course · decorum · formality
china
Fine ceramic tableware
serveware · dishes · plates · goblets · bowls · teacups · saucers · platters · pitchers · gravy boat
- dining halltables, chairs, benches, trays, plates
- dining room itemschina, crystal, glassware, linens, serving trays
- dining servicewaiter, waitress, server, waitstaff, hostess
- family dinnersupper, dinner, Sunday dinner, Thanksgiving dinner, family dinner
- formal diningplace setting, dinner, porcelain, tablecloth, dinner plate
- Gold and Silvergold bullion, gold nugget, gold nuggets, gold dust, gold ingots
silverwarehands
Gripping limbs' extremities
bare hands · chopsticks · fingers · bamboo utensils · finger food
silver, ware, silvery, tableware, silvered, flatware, dinnerware, silvering, silversmith