stemware

noun

stem·​ware ˈstem-ˌwer How to pronounce stemware (audio)
: glass hollowware mounted on a stem

Examples of stemware in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These colored stemware glasses are bold and beautiful and would be perfect for a special occasion or paired with a special bottle of wine for a bigger gift. Olivia Muenter, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024 Elevated water glasses Horne notes that a special water glass is especially nice for non-drinkers like himself, who often miss out on the fun stemware. Laura Fenton, wsj.com, 5 Nov. 2023 The Prestige Wine Glass, Set of 2 Or Copper Coupe Glasses Yes, a beautifully thin piece of glass stemware is always elegant and pleasing to delicately sip from. Belle Bakst, Bon Appétit, 6 Dec. 2023 This exceptionally shiny stemware was designed to look like vintage drinkware and will look so festive on a New Year’s table for the Champagne toast. Belle Bakst, Bon Appétit, 6 Dec. 2023 Miss Manners would think that neither teensy-weensy cups nor stemware would be good candidates, but that would also depend on the condition of the ladlers. Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 8 Dec. 2023 A lot of chateaus, grand vistas, infinity pools, delicate stemware and candlelit dinners in private rooms seem to be involved. Dwight Garner, New York Times, 21 Nov. 2023 The Wine Lover’s Gift Guide All the best stemware, wine keys, and other thoughtful accessories for the budding sommelier in your life. Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 4 Dec. 2023 Sophie Lou Jacobsen's new stemware collection includes five different options. Isiah Magsino, Town & Country, 29 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of stemware was in 1892

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“Stemware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stemware. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

stemware

noun
stem·​ware ˈstem-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce stemware (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: glass vessels (as goblets) mounted on a stem
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