teacup

/ˈtiː.kʌp/

TIː · kʌp (2 syllables)

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Definition

A small cup, usually with a handle, commonly used for drinking tea; normally sits in a saucer as part of a tea set.

Etymology

From tea + cup.

Example Sentences

  • ""There isn't wind enough to capsize a tea-cup in a gutter," said Rasmus, and shifted his chew of tobacco with a little black chalk pipe, while he looked around him on all sides."
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