Word Noun
teacup
n.
countable
A1 Beginner US /ˈtiˌkəp/ UK /tˈiːkʌp/ teacup UK spelling teacups
Definition
n.a small cup used for drinking tea. It usually has a handle to help you hold it without burning your hand.
n.a small ceramic or porcelain vessel with a handle, designed specifically for the consumption of tea.
Examples
“She placed the hot teacup on the saucer.”
“The antique teacup was so delicate that it had to be handled with extreme care during the move.”
“While modern glassware is popular for coffee, the traditional teacup remains the preferred vessel for serving fine loose-leaf varieties due to its ability to retain heat and aroma.”
Etymology
From tea + cup.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Level A1 · Beginner
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