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Earl Grey

noun

Definition of Earl Grey

: a black-tea blend flavored with bergamot oil

First Known Use of Earl Grey

1936, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Earl Grey

Charles Grey, second Earl Grey †1845 English statesman

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