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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Kate's regal teal at Trooping the Colour on June 14 also felt reminiscent of a previous look worn by the late Princess Diana. Janine Henni, People.com, 16 June 2025 Meanwhile, while women sport day dress with an optional hat or fascinator, and Queen Camilla popped in a dark teal ensemble by Christian Dior with a wide-brimmed hat by Philip Treacy. Janine Henni, People.com, 7 May 2025 Related Articles Juju Chang Juju Chang opted for a bold print, wearing a deep teal, one-shoulder gown by Ulla Johnson. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 Apr. 2025 The diamonds will be arranged in a radiant rainbow of color, featuring shades ranging from deep teal to soft peach. Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 20 Feb. 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 26 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

teal

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

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