teaser

noun

teas·​er ˈtē-zər How to pronounce teaser (audio)
1
: one that teases
2
: an advertising or promotional device intended to arouse interest or curiosity especially in something to follow

Examples of teaser in a Sentence

A teaser for the sequel appeared at the end of the movie. credit cards offering teaser rates to get people to sign up
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The teaser, which can be seen below, shows off the series’ all-star cast, which includes: Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, and Matthew Noszka, with Sarah Paulson and Glenn Close. Joe Otterson, Variety, 13 May 2025 As the teaser begins, Kardashian, Nash-Betts and Watts sit at a table with a client. Julia Moore, People.com, 13 May 2025 Monica Mercuri Stay tuned for the official teaser and trailer for The Bear Season 4. Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 All’s Fair revealed a first look at the Hulu series via a teaser trailer (above) and photos (below). Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for teaser

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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

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“Teaser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teaser. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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