Dishware vs. Tableware — What's the Difference?

Dishes, as of glass, plastic, or china, used in serving food.

Tableware are the dishes or dishware used for setting a table, serving food and dining. It includes cutlery, glassware, serving dishes and other items for practical as well as decorative purposes.

Crockery used for serving or cooking food

The dishes, glassware, and silverware used in setting a table for a meal.

Eating and serving dishes collectively.

The cutlery, crockery and glassware used in setting a table for a meal.

Tableware (eating and serving dishes) collectively

Ware, or articles collectively, for use during meals, including, for example, dishes, plates, bowls, knives, forks, and spoons.

Articles for use at the table (dishes and silverware and glassware)