saucer

noun

sau·​cer ˈsȯ-sər 

1

: a small shallow dish in which a cup is set at table

2

: something resembling a saucer especially in shape

especially : flying saucer

saucerlike

ˈsȯ-sər-ˌlīk 

adjective

Examples of saucer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Above the minibar are Kemp’s pretty teacups and saucers designed for Wedgewood. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

Allow the top of the soil to dry slightly, and remove saucers after heavy rains. —Steve Bender, Southern Living, 30 May 2026

The space will include a retail shop for guests to purchase Vilebrequin swim and resortwear as well as exclusive gifts including men’s swim trunks, unisex T-shirts, a tote bag, and a tea cup and saucer set. —Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 May 2026

Do not place a container garden in a saucer, which acts as a water reservoir, keeping the soil constantly saturated. —Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, plate containing a condiment, from Anglo-French, from sauce

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing saucer

• flying saucer

Rhymes for saucer

• crosser
• rosser

Kids Definition

saucer

noun

sau·​cer ˈsȯ-sər 

1

: a small round shallow dish in which a cup is set

2

: something like a saucer especially in shape