Definition of "cutlery" [cut•ler•y]

• Cutting instruments and tools. (noun)
• Utensils such as knives, forks, and spoons used as tableware. (noun)
• The occupation of a cutler. (noun)

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• "Says The Ragbag, "half the fun of hybrid cutlery is the peculiar names.""
• "She collected two glasses and some cutlery from the tray on the bar."
• "This peerless piece of cutlery is jointly made for Cabela's by Gerber and Bell & Carlson, and is so good that none of you are worthy of it."