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Place settings

Scope note

Groups of matched pieces for one person at a meal; in dinnerware, usually consisting of two or three plates, cup and saucer, and sometimes a bowl; in flatware, minimally a knife, fork, and spoon, but may include more pieces.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000227297

Broader Terms used

sets (groups)

Term used for

settings, place

Equivalent Terms used

place setting

Created

12yrs ago

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