Teabag - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
A teabag is a small, porous pouch containing dried tea leaves, used to brew tea by steeping it in hot water. It offers convenience and quick preparation.
Definition:
A small porous bag containing tea leaves, used for brewing tea.
Synonyms:
tea infuser, tea sachet, tea pouch
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
loose tea, teapot
Common Collocations:
steep a teabag, dip a teabag, discard a teabag
Derivatives:
teabags, teabagged
Usage Tips:
Dip the teabag in hot water for 2-3 minutes for optimal flavor.
Common Phrases:
like a wet teabag, stronger than a used teabag
Etymology:
Derived from "tea" + "bag," first recorded in the early 20th century.
Examples:
- 1. She dropped the teabag into her cup of hot water.
- 2. He prefers loose tea over a teabag for better taste.
- 3. The teabag burst open, leaving leaves in the water.
- 4. Can you pass me another teabag? This one’s weak.