English · Food & Drink
tea
/tiː/
[/tiː/]
hot leaf drink
Beginnernoun
Definition
Tea is a hot drink made by pouring boiling water over dried leaves.
Example
She poured a cup of tea, added a splash of milk, and settled into her chair.
She poured a cup of tea, added a splash of milk, and settled into her chair.
Etymology
From Chinese (Min) 'te', via Dutch traders.
How & Where It’s Used
A daily ritual in many cultures; in Britain, 'tea' can also mean an evening meal.