Meaning & Definition of word "Teacup"
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Teacup
/ˈtiːkʌp/
noun:
- 1. A cup designed primarily for drinking tea, typically with a handle and often accompanied by a saucer.
- Example: She poured the hot tea into a delicate porcelain teacup.
- 2. A unit of measurement, often used in cooking, equal to the volume of a typical teacup, approximately 240 milliliters.
- Example: For the recipe, you will need one teacup of sugar.
Etymology
From 'tea' (the beverage) + 'cup' (a small, typically rounded container).
Common Phrases and Expressions
teacup ride:
A ride with spinning teacup-shaped cars, commonly found in amusement parks.
storm in a teacup:
A small event that has been exaggerated significantly.
spill the tea:
To gossip or share details about something.
Related Words
saucer:
A small plate that typically accompanies a teacup.
kettle:
A container for boiling water, typically used to make tea.
brew:
The process of making tea by steeping leaves in hot water.
Slang Meanings of teacup
Meaning: To have a minor argument or disagreement.
Example Sentence: They had a bit of a teacup over the last cookie.
Meaning: Something that is small or of little importance.
Example Sentence: It's just a teacup matter, nothing to worry about.