Simple Definition of teaser

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teaser

noun

plural teasers
1
: a person who teases other people : tease
2
: something that is done, offered, or shown to make people want something or want to see something that will be offered or shown at a later time
A teaser for the sequel appeared at the end of the movie.
credit cards offering teaser rates to get people to sign up
3
British : a difficult problem or puzzle : brainteaser

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“Teaser.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/teaser. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.

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