tea set

noun

: a matching set of metalware or china (such as a teapot, sugar bowl, creamer, and often plates, cups, and saucers) for serving tea and sometimes coffee at table

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For the tea set, Bonaffini dreamt up exquisite bites inspired by the show and Thailand’s most beloved flavors. Jenn Rice, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025 Other than bidding on an antique tea set or whatever was happening? Sean Rameswaram, Vox, 10 Mar. 2025 The video also included clips of both of her daughters testing out the new tea set and sharing a sweet hug with Noor at the end. Athena Sobhan, People.com, 20 Jan. 2025 Loose leaf tea set from The Pauline Tea-Bar Apothecary For your friend or family member who would gladly choose tea over coffee, get them a tea set. Laura Barrero, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for tea set

Word History

First Known Use

1763, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of tea set was in 1763

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“Tea set.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tea%20set. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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