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tea

[tiː]

tea Definition

  • 1a hot drink made by infusing the dried crushed leaves of the tea plant in boiling water
  • 2a light afternoon meal consisting typically of tea to drink, sandwiches, and cakes

Using tea: Examples

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

  • Example

    Would you like a cup of tea?

  • Example

    I always have tea with my breakfast.

  • Example

    We had tea and scones in the garden.

  • Example

    She invited her friends over for afternoon tea.

tea Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with tea

  • to drink a cup of tea

    Example

    Would you like to come in and have a cup of tea?

  • not someone's cup of tea

    not something that someone likes or is interested in

    Example

    I don't really like horror movies. They're not my cup of tea.

  • spill the tea

    to gossip or share secrets

    Example

    She spilled the tea about what happened at the party last night.

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Summary: tea in Brief

The word 'tea' [tiː] refers to a hot drink made by infusing the dried crushed leaves of the tea plant in boiling water. It can also refer to a light afternoon meal consisting of tea, sandwiches, and cakes. Common phrases include 'have a cup of tea,' 'not someone's cup of tea,' and 'spill the tea,' which means to gossip or share secrets.

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