Definition of teacup
: a small cup usually with a handle used with a saucer for hot beverages
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The pot looks suspiciously like Mrs. Potts from Beauty and the Beast, and one of the teacups even appears to have a small chip.
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The charming new cafe, which opened in November, has teacups hanging over the bar, plant tendrils throughout and burning incense — not to mention the chalkboard full of tempting teas.
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And, like Disney's teacups, the Zipper is one of few rides that you can get started enjoying right away, as other people are still getting on.
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Mix our version of The Sunken Place in a teacup for full effect.
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My neighbor would send me two tablespoons of food in a teacup.
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Audience members created art inspired by the film’s imagery such as the deer antlers, the hypnotic teacup and Chris sinking into the floor.
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For ease and eclectic style, mix your teacups and teapots.
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This laidback beat is sweet like sugar in your teacup, too.
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First Known Use of teacup
1700
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: a cup used with a saucer for hot drinks
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