Meaning & Definition of word "Ware"
Ware
/wɛər/
noun:
- 1. Articles offered for sale, especially manufactured articles.
- Example: The store has a wide variety of kitchenware for any cooking enthusiast.
- 2. Goods or merchandise of a specified kind.
- Example: The crafting fair showcased handmade wares from local artisans.
- 3. The members of a specified class of goods.
- Example: The company specializes in electronic wares, including computers and accessories.
- 4. Pottery or ceramic products.
- Example: The gallery featured exquisite porcelain wares from the Ming dynasty.
- 5. A suffix used in compound nouns to indicate type or kind.
- Example: The shop specializes in outdoor wares such as camping gear and hiking equipment.
Etymology
●Middle English 'were', from Old English 'waru', meaning 'goods or property'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
household wares:
Items used in or for household purposes.
kitchen wares:
Tools and utensils used in a kitchen.
ceramic wares:
Items made from clay that has been fired to make it hard.
silver wares:
Articles made of silver, often used for eating or drinking.
Related Words
crockery:
Dishes made of china or ceramic.
tableware:
Utensils, dishes, and glassware used for setting a table.
pottery:
Ceramic ware made by shaping and then firing a non-metallic mineral, such as clay.
Slang Meanings of ware
Meaning: Computer software.
● Example Sentence: That new video editing ware is really impressive.
Meaning: Pirated software.
● Example Sentence: He downloaded some ware off the internet.