silver plates

noun

plural of silver plate
as in knives

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  1. knives
  2. tablespoons
  3. spoons
  4. teaspoons
Noun
  • The satirical remarks drew criticism after a man later breached security at the Washington Hilton event while armed with a shotgun, handgun and several knives.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Cops quickly found Cisneros holding two kitchen knives and surrounded her.
    — Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of knives
Noun
  • Bring 1 cup white wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt to boil in small saucepan.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 June 2026
  • Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl to make a thick paste, then spread it over the stain.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Definition of tablespoons
Noun
  • Adding to the effortlessness of my stay, silicone bibs, cups, spoons, and plates plus high chairs were provided immediately at every restaurant, and the diverse kids menu doesn’t consist of simply junk food and French fries.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The salsas were served at room temperature in bowls with tortilla chips and spoons.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of spoons
Noun
  • Sprinkle pork chops evenly with 2 teaspoons of the seasoned salt and 1 teaspoon of the pepper.
    — Torie Cox, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
  • Stir in the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, as well as the oregano, cumin, coriander, and paprika.
    — Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026
Definition of teaspoons
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“Silver plates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silver%20plates. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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