demitasse

noun

Definition of demitassenext
as in cup

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Recent Examples of demitasse Espresso is intended to be savored in a demitasse cup, essentially a mini mug, and is a slow sipper. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026 In the morning, over demitasses and backgammon, buyers and sellers negotiated the day’s wholesale price as truckloads of worms waited outside. — Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 18 June 2025 The petite espresso demitasse might seem laughably small in a culture obsessed with oversized everything—from Big Gulps to Venti lattes. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025 For those not enamored with the demitasse of First Four games, here’s a look at the entire first-round schedule. — Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2023 To say that Cruz’s comments caught the attention of baristas nationwide would be a demitasse of understatement. — Dallas News, 1 Sep. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demitasse
  1. cup
  2. goblet
  3. glass
  4. chalice
  5. teacup
Noun
  • One serving equals a slice of whole-grain bread, half a cup of cooked oats, half a cup of brown rice or a small bowl of whole-grain cereal.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
  • With great souvenir cups comes great responsibility, so make sure all you Fresno State fans keep the bones in the stands on Saturday.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of cup
Noun
  • While the world’s grand dining rooms served Champagne and Bordeaux in elegant crystal stemware, corner bistros and local trattorias poured even their best wines into clunky glass goblets.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Matching china sets, crystal glassware, extra water goblets, champagne flutes, and specialized wine glasses can take up a lot of space.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of goblet
Noun
  • Blair attributed the incident to drinking a glass of wine and taking a pill.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The single most difficult part of Rainbeau’s job last season was to stay up on lates with Solène, having to do both their jobs while Solène was busy having a glass of wine or breaking someone’s heart.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of glass
Noun
  • The priest reportedly sold them the chalice for $19,440, with the jeweler believing that the money was going to help the church’s finances, authorities said.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The Dundon family comprises the entire first two rows of names on the iconic chalice, even though Papa Dundon is the only one who holds a position within the organization.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of chalice
Noun
  • Myers said these teacup animals usually come about through reproductive technology and selective breeding, where people repeatedly breed the smallest animals, then use the smallest offspring to reproduce.
    — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
  • There’s a giant teacup — stripped down to primer gray — in the spray paint bay waiting for its new coats.
    — Carole Horst, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of teacup

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“Demitasse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demitasse. Accessed 15 Oct. 2026.

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