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Definition of tea - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
beveragedrink made by steeping dried leaves in hot water
- I enjoy a cup of tea every morning.
2.
drinkdried leaves used to make a beverage
- She bought a packet of green tea.
3.
herbal drinkdrink made by infusing other plants
- Chamomile tea is calming before bed.
4.
- She always has the latest tea on celebrities.
5.
foodUK main evening mealUK
- We usually have tea around 7 PM.
6.
afternoon mealUK light midafternoon meal with hot drink and snacksUK
- We had tea with scones at 4 PM.
7.
plantRare evergreen bush used to make a hot drinkRare
- The tea grows well in tropical climates.
Images of tea
drink made by steeping dried leaves in hot water 
drink made by infusing other plants 
evergreen bush used to make a hot drink
Expressions with tea
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afternoon event with tea, sandwiches, and cakes
We attended a lovely tea party at the garden.
tea with little flavor or strength
She complained about the weak tea at the café.
substantial late afternoon or early evening meal, usually with tea
We had high tea at five with sandwiches, a hot dish, and tea.
hot drink made by infusing tea leaves in boiling water
She sipped her cup of tea while reading the newspaper..
something very valuable or priceless used to show great worth
I wouldn't trade my grandmother's necklace for all the tea in China.
reveal secret or gossip
She loves to spill the tea about her coworkers.
analyze small details to predict outcomes
He tried to read the tea leaves to understand the market trends.
something irrelevant or unimportant to the current topic
His comment about the weather was the price of tea in China in this debate!
interpreting patterns in tea leaves to predict future
She practices reading tea leaves to foresee events.
tea-like drink made from camomile flowers
Camomile tea helps her relax after a long day.
brew from unoxidized leaves, steamed or roasted during processing
He drinks hot drink green tea every morning.
tea made from fully oxidized leaves, dark in color
Black tea is stronger than green tea.
herbal drink made from chamomile flowers, often calming
Chamomile tea helps me relax before bed.
tea consumed in the evening
She enjoys her evening tea on the balcony.
type of tea flavored with fruit extracts
He prefers fruit tea over regular black tea.
cake flavored with green tea
She served a delicious green tea cake for dessert.
stop working for a short time to drink tea
Let's have a tea break before we continue.
cold tea served as a beverage
I enjoy drinking iced tea on hot days.
tea with jasmine blossoms or essence
I enjoy a cup of jasmine tea in the evening.
black tea with lemon slices, zest or juice
I enjoy a cup of lemon tea in the morning.
tea-based drink with milk and sugar
Bubble milk tea is popular among teenagers.
herbal drink made from mint leaves in hot water
I enjoy a cup of mint tea every morning.
drinking tea slowly and calmly
She enjoyed her morning by sipping tea on the porch.
small candle in a metal or plastic cup
She lit a tea candle for the dinner table.
Origin of tea
Chinese, chá (tea)
Terms with tea included in their meaning
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beverages
drink made by brewing, especially tea or beer
make drinks
prepare hot drinks, especially tea or coffee
stimulant
chemical in coffee and tea that stimulates
herb
plant with daisy-like flowers used for tea and medicine
kitchenware
set of dishware for serving tea or coffee
beverages
decaffeinated coffee, tea, or soft drink
beverage
make tea or coffee with hot water
agriculture
large farm for growing crops like tea or coffee
kitchen
cover for a teapot to keep tea warm
food
Cantonese meal with tea and small dishes
drink
spiced tea made with milk and spices
drink
spiced tea beverage with steamed milk
tea
herbal drink made from roasted dandelion roots
British snack
semisweet biscuit often dunked in tea
beverage
make and drink tea or coffee during a break
tapioca pearl
small chewy balls in bubble tea
drink
tart red tea made from dried tropical flowers
drink
spiced tea beverage from India
beverage
partially fermented tea with unique flavor
beverage
high-quality black tea made from small leaves in India or Sri Lanka
dessert
small decorative cakes served as dessert or with tea
beverage
bitter herbal tea made from steeped South American leaves
beverages
tea, especially in British English
botany
flowers used to flavor tea
Examples of tea in a sentence
Afternoon tea is a cherished tradition in England. This tea comes from hand-picked leaves. Loose tea should be stored in an airtight tin. She offered him a cup of mint tea. Ginger tea is great for digestion. Did you hear the tea about their breakup?
Spill the tea on what happened at the party! The children were called in for tea. We had fish and chips for tea last night. They served tea with sandwiches and cakes. Afternoon tea included biscuits and pastries. Farmers cultivate tea in the highlands. Tea leaves are harvested by hand.
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- French:thé, feuilles de thé, ...
- German:Tee, Teeblätter, ...
- Italian:tè, foglie di tè, ...
- Spanish:té, infusión, ...
- Portuguese:chá, infusão, ...
- Chinese:茶, 茶叶, ...
- Japanese:お茶, 茶葉, ...
- Arabic:شاي, وَرَق الشاي, ...
- Hebrew:תֵּה, תֵּה, ...
- Russian:чай, сплетни, ...
- Ukrainian:чай, трав'яний настій, ...
- Hindi:चाय, चायपत्ती, ...
Definition of TEA - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
1.
acr: Texas Education AgencyTECH. government group managing public schools in TexasTECH.
- The TEA announced new school guidelines.
2.
acr: taxed enough alreadyTECH. movement against high taxes in the USATECH.
- The TEA group held a rally downtown.
Abbreviation
abr: Texas Assessment of Academic SkillsTECH. US test measuring students' academic skills in TexasTECH. US
- She studied hard for the TEA.
Origin of TEA
Chinese cha (tea)
Examples of TEA in a sentence
Parents attended a TEA meeting. Many politicians have aligned with the TEA movement. The TEA initiative gained momentum in the early 2000s. The TEA results come out next week. He passed the TEA last year.
View all translations of TEA
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- French:TEA, mouvement anti-impôts américain, ...
- German:TEA, genug besteuert, ...
- Italian:agenzia per l'istruzione del Texas, TEA, ...
- Spanish:Agencia de Educación de Texas, examen de aptitudes académicas de Texas, ...
- Portuguese:TEA, movimento contra os impostos elevados, ...
- Chinese:德克萨斯教育局, TEA, ...
- Japanese:TEA, 茶会運動, ...
- Arabic:وكالة التعليم في تكساس, اختبار تقييم المهارات الأكاديمية في تكساس, ...
- Hebrew:סוֹכְנוּת הַחִנּוּךְ שֶׁל טֶקְסַס, מִבְחָן שֶׁל מְדִינַת טֶקְסַס לְהַעֲרָכַת כִּישּׁוּרִים אֲקָדֵמִיִּים, ...
- Russian:TEA, Движение чаепития, ...
- Ukrainian:TEA, ТЕА, ...
- Hindi:टेक्सास शिक्षा एजेंसी, टीईए, ...
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