Ware

/wɛər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Articles offered for sale, especially manufactured articles.
The store has a wide variety of kitchenware for any cooking enthusiast.
Goods or merchandise of a specified kind.
The crafting fair showcased handmade wares from local artisans.
The members of a specified class of goods.
The company specializes in electronic wares, including computers and accessories.
Pottery or ceramic products.
The gallery featured exquisite porcelain wares from the Ming dynasty.
A suffix used in compound nouns to indicate type or kind.
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

Computer software.
That new video editing ware is really impressive.
Pirated software.
He downloaded some ware off the internet.