silverware

nounattested in dialogue

//ˈsɪlvə(ɹ)ˌwɛə(ɹ)//

Anything manufactured from silver.

noun

1
Anything manufactured from silver.
2
Anything with a silvery colour.
3
Knives, forks and spoons (whether made from silver or not).
4
Trophies, success in a competition.
February 2008, BBC Sport - Ramos takes centre stage How different it was at Wembley as Ramos confirmed his reputation as a relentless pursuer of silverware by giving Spurs their first trophy in nine years.
The performance was a sign of real intent for Arsenal as they continue their pursuit for silverware on four fronts - and with Van Persie firing on all cylinders, the odds look good on them winning a first trophy since 2005.

Etymology

Etymology tree substratebor.? Proto-Germanic *silubrą Proto-West Germanic *silubr Old English seolfor Middle English silver English silver Proto-Germanic *warō Proto-West Germanic *waru Old English waru Middle English ware English -ware English silverware From silver + -ware.

Forms

plural: silverwares

Silva · A surname.silver · A lustrous, white, metallic element, atomic number 47, atomic…Silver · An English surname originating as an occupation for a…

silverware · Anything manufactured from silver.

Silvia · A female given name from Latin.sim · A simulation session or scenario.Sim · A male given name, diminutive of Simeon and Simon.

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