1. wooden dishes, bowls, utensils, and other household items made from wood
Usage: archaic; historical

Examples

• The colonial kitchen displayed an array of treenwares including bowls and spoons.
• Treenwares were common household items before the widespread use of metal and ceramic dishes.
• The museum’s collection of treenwares shows how people ate and cooked centuries ago.
• Carved treenwares required skilled craftsmen to shape and smooth the wood.
• Many treenwares were made from hardwoods like maple and oak for durability.
• The antique shop specialized in early American treenwares and pottery.