ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
: tableware that is more or less flat and usually formed or cast in a single piece:
a. : dishes (as plates, platters) that are flat or shallow as distinguished from deeper vessels (as tureens or pitchers) — compare hollow ware
b. : table knives, forks, spoons, and other eating or serving utensils — compare flat silver