definition of tableware: all items that are used on the table to serve or consume a meal. they include but are not limited to dinnerware flatware hollowware and cutlery.
definition of dinnerware: all items used for the consumption of a meal. they usually include those made from clay, stone, glass, and plastic.
definiton of faltware: these consist of all the tools used for eating and serving a meal.
definition of cutler: knife, fork, and spoons used for eating or serving food