cutlery
noun
cut·lery
ˈkət-lə-rē 
1
: the business of a cutler
2
: edged or cutting tools
specifically
: implements for cutting and eating food
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Other eco-amenities include all-natural insect repellent and sunscreen in refillable containers, plus a handy pouch with reusable straw and cutlery to bring along during day trips.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
Alessi makes kids’ cutlery too.
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Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Even the most memorable new character, Forky (Tony Hale)—an endearingly daffy piece of plastic cutlery with a tendency toward self-harm—could only reinforce the sense that we were being served a load of flimsy, disposable goods.
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Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
19 June 2026
Nice day for a cutlery wedding!
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Emma Specter,
Vogue,
19 June 2026
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
Alessi makes kids’ cutlery too.
—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Even the most memorable new character, Forky (Tony Hale)—an endearingly daffy piece of plastic cutlery with a tendency toward self-harm—could only reinforce the sense that we were being served a load of flimsy, disposable goods.
—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
19 June 2026
Nice day for a cutlery wedding!
—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cutlery
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“Cutlery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cutlery. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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cutlery
noun
cut·lery
ˈkət-lə-rē
1
: the business of a cutler
2
: cutting tools (as knives and scissors)
3
: utensils for cutting, serving, and eating food
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