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tea
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- pronunciation:
- ti
- phrases:
- one's cup of tea
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an evergreen bush that bears white flowers and that grows primarily in China, Japan, India, and Sri Lanka.
They've begun to harvest the tea. |
| definition 2: |
the dried leaves of this plant.
She poured boiling water over the tea.
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| definition 3: |
a beverage that is made by steeping dried tea leaves or herbs in hot water, served hot or cold.
He has coffee in the morning, but I prefer tea.Do you take milk in your tea?
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| definition 4: |
a social gathering or reception at which tea is served.
I've been invited to a tea at the University Club next week. |
| definition 5: |
(slang; old-fashioned) marijuana.
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| definition 6: |
(chiefly British) a light afternoon meal of tea and sandwiches, cake, or biscuits; or the time at which this meal occurs.
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| definition 7: |
(chiefly British) in some parts of Britain, the main evening meal, served early in the evening.
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| related words: |
brew |
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| phrase: |
one's cup of tea |
Word Builder: tea +
- tea bag:
a small bag made of thin paper for holding tea leaves. You pour water over the teabag to make tea.
- teapot:
a pot in which you make tea.
- teacup:
a cup from which you drink tea.
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