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giftware

American  
[gift-wair] / ˈgɪftˌwɛər /

noun

  1. china, crystal, or other items suitable for gifts.


Etymology

Origin of giftware

First recorded in 1900–05; gift + ware 1

Example Sentences

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Katerina Buchy, director of Sheffield-based giftware wholesaler Ancient Wisdom, said low-value imports were hitting her company's business because it couldn't compete with the prices on sites like Shein and Temu.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2025

In past years, he started building inventory in November, but this year he’s already stocking up on items such as gourmet food, chocolate, wine and giftware.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 16, 2022

Lauckner uses recycled scrap window glass and an energy-saving electric-powered furnace to produce coastal giftware such as starfish, sea horses, slugs, bowls and vases.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2022

Caroline Suzuki Greeting cards and giftware featuring hand-painted illustrations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2021

One Los Angeles giftware importer and distributor explains frankly: "We've intentionally slowed our bill payments by about 15 days because our collections are not as good as normal and the cost of money is high."

From Time Magazine Archive