teal

noun

ˈtēl 

plural teal or teals

1

: teal blue

2

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

Illustration of teal

• teal 2

Examples of teal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After wowing on the red carpet in a teal mosaic peplum Giorgio Armani Privé gown and $35 million worth of diamonds, Hudson arrived at the Vanity Fair after-party in another head-turning look this time in the form of a shimmery LBD with a massive cutout. —Tessa Petak, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026

Influenced by the vibrant teals, turquoises, and aquamarines found along the Mediterranean coast, the glossy blue-green shade brings seaside vibes to any kitchen—just in time for the warmer spring and summer seasons. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026

Wunmi Mosaku Wunmi Mosaku absolutely dazzled in a sparkling teal Louis Vuitton dress, custom-made for the first-time nominee, who topped off her exquisite look with a sculptural hairstyle by hairstylist Araxi Lindsey. —Marci Robin, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026

Cultiver’s bluestone is the kind of rich teal that doesn’t lean too green. —Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English tele; akin to Middle Dutch teling teal

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing teal

• blue-winged teal
• green-winged teal
• teal blue

Rhymes for teal

• beal
• chiel
• ciel
• creel
• deal
• diel
• eel
• feel
• feil
• heal
• heel
• keel

Kids Definition

teal

noun

ˈtē(ə)l 

plural teal or teals

: any of various small short-necked ducks