black tea

noun

: tea that is dark in color from complete oxidation of the leaf before firing

Examples of black tea in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The benefits of black tea Black tea has its own special polyphenols, too. Ana Morales, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2024 Focus on low-sugar drinks, including: Water Green and black tea Low-fat milk Soy, almond, and oat milk To reduce your menopause symptoms and risk of chronic health conditions, aim to avoid or limit your intake of sugary beverages like soda or energy drinks, as well as alcohol. Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2024 Bestsellers include Ghost of Tom Eau de Parfum (which has a mysterious, smoky air to it thanks to a unique combination of Ceylon black tea, warm amber, zingy bergamot and Indian papyrus), and The Other Room Eau de Parfum with ginger, lime and saffron. Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 6 Sep. 2024 The savory and sweet selection is paired with a collection of organic teas, from a subtle ginger peach black tea to an herbal concoction of elderberry and red rooibos. Nasha Smith, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for black tea 

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Word History

First Known Use

1706, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of black tea was in 1706

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“Black tea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20tea. Accessed 4 Oct. 2024.

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