Stemware: meaning, definitions and examples

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stemware

 

[ หˆstษ›mหŒwษ›ษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

kitchenware

Glassware or crystalware designed for serving beverages, typically with a stem and a base, such as wine glasses, champagne flutes, and goblets.

Synonyms

crystalware, glassware.

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Word Description / Examples
stemware

Refers specifically to drinkware that has a stem, such as wine glasses or champagne flutes. It's commonly used when discussing formal settings, parties, or occasions involving specific drinks that require such glasses.

  • The dining table was set with delicate stemware for the formal dinner.
  • For the wine tasting, the hosts provided an exquisite collection of stemware.
glassware

A general term for any kind of glass items, including drinking glasses, vases, and other objects made from glass. It is suitable for everyday use or general discussions that do not require specificity.

  • We need to buy some new glassware for the kitchen.
  • The store had a wide selection of glassware from different brands.
crystalware

Refers to items made of high-quality, fine crystal. This term often implies luxury and is used when discussing special occasions, elegant dining, or high-end glass collections.

  • They received beautiful crystalware as a wedding gift.
  • The cabinet in the living room displayed their finest crystalware.

Examples of usage

  • Please hand me the stemware for the wine.
  • She collected a beautiful set of stemware for her dining table.
  • The stemware sparkled under the dining room lights.
  • The stemware was carefully arranged on the bar counter.
  • I prefer to drink champagne from delicate stemware.

Translations

Translations of the word "stemware" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vidraria

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเค‚เคš เค•เฅ‡ เคฌเคฐเฅเคคเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Glaswaren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ peralatan kaca

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบะปัะฝะธะน ะฟะพััƒะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szkล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฌใƒฉใ‚น่ฃฝๅ“

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vaisselle en verre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vajilla de vidrio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cam eลŸyalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ๋ฆฌ ์ œํ’ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุงู†ูŠ ุฒุฌุงุฌูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sklenฤ›nรฉ nรกdobรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sklenรฝ riad

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Žป็’ƒๅ™จ็šฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stekleni izdelki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ glerbรบnaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹ะฝั‹ ั‹ะดั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜แƒก แƒญแƒฃแƒ แƒญแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸรผลŸษ™ qab

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vajilla de vidrio

Etymology

The term 'stemware' originated in the early 20th century, combining the words 'stem' and 'ware'. Stemware became popular as a way to enhance the drinking experience by providing elegant vessels for various beverages. Over time, stemware has evolved to include a wide range of designs and styles, reflecting both practicality and aesthetics.

See also: stem, stems.