Ware for the service of the table; a collective term for the articles that are used at meals, as dishes, plates, knives, forks, etc.
1832. G. R. Porter, Porcelain & Gl., 16. The principal inventions of Mr. Wedgwood were—1. His table ware.
1897. Outing (U.S.), XXX. 376/2. Each member of the party should provide his own tableware…. A cup, plate, and spoon of tin, knife and fork.
1904. Times, 26 July, 7/3. The mayor … presented him on behalf of the city with a magnificent service of tableware.
