Dictionary

barware en · NOUN

Etymology

Etymology tree English bar Proto-Germanic *warō Proto-West Germanic *waru Old English waru Middle English ware English -ware English barware From bar + -ware.

Meanings

1. (uncountable, usually) Drinking utensils that lack a stem, such as beer mugs.
   • For those to whom the great outdoors does not look so great at this time of the year there are accouterments for enjoying the comforts of home on the deck or patio, like a portable fireplace and sturdy barware to use in front of the crackling fire. 2009 January 11, Marianne Rohrlich, “Wintry Wedding Gifts to Keep Life Playful”, in New York Times:
   • The speakeasy—a common feature of many Prohibition-era homes—was transformed into an open bar area with plenty of sturdy, party-ready Mexican recycled glass barware. 2026 May 14, Stacie Stukin, “Historic Opportunity”, in Architectural Digest, volume 83, number 4, page 77:
2. (uncountable, usually) Tools and accessories used for preparing or serving alcoholic drinks.

Forms

Hypernyms

beverageware · drinkware