teal

noun

plural teal or teals
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2
: any of various widely distributed small short-necked dabblers (genus Anas) compare blue-winged teal, green-winged teal

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As a result, many hotels take full advantage of the views overlooking the teal waters of Cabo Branco and Praia de Manaíra. Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025 Photos show the Maratus australis spider, which has an intricate pattern of blue and brown blotches edged with bright teal and red-orange stripes. Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2025 The food allergy community and parents of children with autism have adopted the teal and blue, respectively, as symbols to promote awareness and inclusivity while trick-or-treating. Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025 The living room wallpaper features a floral tiger print with marigold, teal, and peach hues. Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for teal

Word History

Etymology

Middle English tele; akin to Middle Dutch teling teal

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of teal was in the 14th century

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“Teal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teal. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

teal

noun
plural teal or teals
: any of various small short-necked ducks

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