saucer

[ˈsɔːsə(r)]

saucer Definition

a small, shallow dish for holding a cup at the table.

Using saucer: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "saucer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She placed the cup and saucer on the table.

  • Example

    The waiter brought a saucer of cream for the coffee.

  • Example

    He picked up the saucer and sipped his tea.

saucer Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for saucer

Phrases with saucer

  • an unidentified flying object (UFO) that is disc-shaped

    Example

    Many people believe they have seen a flying saucer from outer space.

  • cup and saucer

    a set of dishes consisting of a cup and its matching saucer

    Example

    She served tea in a delicate cup and saucer.

  • saucer-eyed

    having eyes that are wide open, often because of surprise or shock

    Example

    The children were saucer-eyed with excitement when they saw the presents under the tree.

Origins of saucer

from Old French 'saussier', meaning 'sauce boat'

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Summary: saucer in Brief

A 'saucer' [ˈsɔːsə(r)] is a small, shallow dish used to hold a cup at the table. It is often used in sets with cups, as in 'She served tea in a delicate cup and saucer.' The term also appears in the phrase 'flying saucer,' referring to an unidentified flying object that is disc-shaped.