Definition

Items or utensils made from plastic, often used for serving food or conducting experiments.

Example

We used plasticware for the picnic to avoid breaking any dishes.

Conversation

Did you see the new sets of plasticware at the store?

Yeah, they looked really colorful and fun!

I think I might get some for our picnic this weekend.

That sounds great! They're perfect for outdoor meals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plasticware → It is formed from "plastic" (from Greek *plastikos*, meaning capable of being shaped or molded) and "-ware" (from Old English *waru*, meaning goods or products). The word "plasticware" refers to products made from plastic material that can be shaped or molded into various forms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'plastic' as something that can be 'shaped' and 'ware' as goods or products — so plasticware means goods made from a material that can be easily shaped.

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