What is another word for teacups?

Pronunciation: [tˈiːkʌps] (IPA)

Teacups have a number of synonyms, such as tea mugs, tea glasses, tea cups and saucers, and teapot companion cups. Another popular term for teacups is tea sets, which usually include several pieces such as a teapot, tea cups and saucers, milk jug, and sugar bowl. Other synonyms for teacups include demitasse cups, which are small cups typically used for espresso or strong coffee, and mug cups, which are larger cups typically used for hot chocolate or coffee. Ultimately, the specific term used for teacups depends on personal preference, the occasion, and cultural traditions.

What are the hypernyms for Teacups?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Teacups

The recurring matrimonial duel over the morning teacups awoke him for the day's labors; he actually profited from the verbal exercising of Tekla's temper.
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker
And were soon too busily engaged with their teacups to carry on the conversation about the wedding.
"Her Mother's Secret"
Emma D. E. N. Southworth
The clatter of teacups was mingled with the soft hum of voices; the pleasantly shaded room was heavy with the perfume of many flowers.
"The New Tenant"
E. Phillips Oppenheim

Famous quotes with Teacups

  • The fragile teacups, the brittle relics, the frail upholstery and shattery glass: this was a world of little things and little ways, their delicacy presupposing their protection.
    Antonella Gambotto-Burke
  • Imagine a day when this yard will be crowded with hundreds of leaders of the country. They will compete with each other, argue with each other, insult each other, throw shoes, leather bags, teacups, microphones and chairs at each other, break each other’s neck and determination, and then, at the end of the day, shamelessly compromise with each other for the sake of the party, and on the order of the leader.
    Neamat Imam
  • One of the U.S.'s most stylish and original satirists. He translates the chipped teacups, navel lint, prattle and random states of life into even rows of words that twitter, bong, flash, and glow...
    Donald Barthelme

Related words: porcelain teacups, china teacup, tea set, teacup and saucer, porcelain tea set, vintage teacup, tea cup sets

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