noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Small useful items of merchandise including kitchen utensils. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   Narrow pieces of fabric such as ribbons, braids or tapes. countable, uncountable

Etymology

From small + -ware.

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