n.
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English waru; akin to Middle High German ware ware and probably to Sanskrit vasna price ― more at VENAL
Date: before 12th century
1 a : manufactured articles, products of art or craft, or farm produce : GOODS ― often used in combination <tin ware > b : an article of merchandise
2 : articles (as pottery or dishes) of fired clay <earthen ware >
3 : an intangible item (as a service or ability) that is a marketable commodity