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cutlery Definition

cut·lery (kutlər ē)

noun

  1. the work or business of a cutler
  2. cutting implements, such as knives and scissors
  3. knives, spoons, and other implements used in preparing and eating food

Etymology: ME cutellerie < OFr coutellerie: see cutler

cutlery Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • handle: They will advise on daily living activities such as dressing, eating and handling cutlery, and developing daily routines.
  • set: This stunning, high quality cutlery set from Wedgwood is an absolute must for any dining table this festive season.
  • use: We are even using wooden cutlery from sustainable sources in the cafe!
  • include: In most cases ' furnished ' does not include cutlery, crockery, TV or bedding ( duvet, pillows etc.

Adjective modifier

  • stainless: Stainless steel cutlery set all engraved with the child's first name.
  • ample: Facilities include a TV, DVD player, CD radio, video, record player and ample cutlery, crockery and cooking utensils.
  • plastic: The only downside was that my meal had to be eaten with cheap, plastic cutlery!
  • silver: It has a bright spacious ambiance, natural pine flooring and furnishings set with silver cutlery and generous crystal wine glasses.
  • wooden: We are even using wooden cutlery from sustainable sources in the cafe!

Modifies a noun

  • drainer: The sink cover comes complete with a metal detachable cup, plate and cutlery drainer.
  • drawer: Our bonus cutlery drawer, just fits above fridge.
  • basket: To hang up garlic, for example, or cutlery fix baskets to stainless steel rails making full use of wall space.
  • etc: All the usual pots, pans, dinner service, cutlery etc is of course supplied.
  • manufacturer: All those plastic cutlery manufacturers will be up in arms.
  • set: Each cutlery set comes complete with its own wood effect canteen to keep your cutlery looking pristine for years to come.

Noun used with modifier

  • steel: I can't see how using you're routine can enable you to bend high quality steel cutlery at a moments notice.
  • metal: For whatever reasons aircraft operating in or out of the UK are not allowed to use metal cutlery.
  • silver: Have a close look at the beautiful silver cutlery on the tables.
  • kitchen: Secure shopping for a knife block, Mundial knives and kitchen cutlery.
  • quality: I can't see how using you're routine can enable you to bend high quality steel cutlery at a moments notice.

Browse dictionary entries near cutlery

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  2. cutlassfish
  3. cutlass
  4. cutis
  5. cutinization
  6. cutin
  7. cutie
  8. cuticula
  9. cuticle
  10. Cuthbert
  1. cutlet
  2. cutline
  3. cutoff
  4. cutoff frequency
  5. cutoff wavelength
  6. cutout
  7. cutover
  8. cutpurse
  9. Cuttack
  10. cutter