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Flatware
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Simple meaning
What does Flatware mean?
Forks, knives, and spoons.
Dictionary definition
Forks, knives, and spoons used for eating.
Example sentences
Flatware in a sentence
easy
Set the flatware on the table.
medium
The drawer held clean flatware.
hard
Flatware is usually placed beside plates before a meal.
Synonyms
Words like Flatware
silverwareForks, knives, and spoons.
forkRelated word that supports the meaning of flatware.
Antonyms
Opposite words
plateA dish used to hold food.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flatware, depending on context.
Word family
Flatware word family
Base word
flatware
noun
flatwares
More than one flatware.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does flatware mean?
Flatware means forks, knives, and spoons.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flatware?
Silverware is close in meaning to flatware in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flatware?
Plate contrasts with flatware.
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