English

Noun

silverware ‎(countable and uncountable, plural silverwares)

1. Anything made from silver.
2. Anything with a silvery colour.
3. (US) knives, forks and spoons
4. (sports) trophies, success in a competition.
   • Febraury 2008, BBC Sport - Ramos takes centre stage

     How different it was at Wembley as Ramos confirmed his reputation as a relentless pursuer of silverware by giving Spurs their first trophy in nine years.

   • 2011 January 22, Ian Hughes, “Arsenal 3 - 0 Wigan”, in BBC:

     The performance was a sign of real intent for Arsenal as they continue their pursuit for silverware on four fronts - and with Van Persie firing on all cylinders, the odds look good on them winning a first trophy since 2005.

Synonyms

• cutlery (UK, Australia)
• see also Wikisaurus:cutlery

Translations