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A plate, tray, or dish are all types of tableware used for serving and presenting food, each with slightly different characteristics and purposes. A plate is typically a flat, often circular vessel with a slightly raised rim, designed for individual servings of meals. Trays, on the other hand, are generally larger, flatter surfaces, often rectangular or oval, used for carrying multiple items such as plates, glasses, and cutlery, or for serving a collection of smaller food items. A dish is a more general term that can refer to a variety of vessels, often deeper than plates and coming in various shapes and sizes, suitable for serving everything from individual portions to shared dishes like salads, side dishes, or main courses. All three come in a wide range of materials, including ceramic, glass, metal, wood, and plastic, and can be both functional for everyday use and decorative for special occasions.