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Difference between Silverware (UK) and Silverware (U.S.)

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silverware (UK)—articles, especially tableware, made of silver or an alloy of silver:

  • All eight suspects in the case of the stolen silverware were subject to a rigorous interrogation.

silverware (U.S.)—

1. = silverware (UK):

  • Butler’s corrupt practices reportedly included stealing the silverware from the house in which he was headquartered.

2. metal eating utensils (such as a fork, a spoon and a knife):

  • My personal complaint about many a good meal at a fine restaurant is the state of their silverware.