saucer

noun

sau·​cer ˈsȯ-sər 

1

: a small shallow dish in which a cup is set at table

2

: something resembling a saucer especially in shape

especially : flying saucer

saucerlike

ˈsȯ-sər-ˌlīk 

adjective

Examples of saucer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Simply fill a shallow saucer with sand, mix in compost for added nutrients, and add just enough water to keep the sand moist and to form a shallow puddle. —Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2024

In San Francisco, there's a legend of a colossal sope, a corn saucer that's as big as a dog bowl. —Shawna Chen, Axios, 2 Aug. 2024

In more traditional style, Rosebud offers children’s picnic setups with English-style high tea including fine china cups and saucers, florals and silverware. —Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2024

The tiny brown napkins take off from the table, and the cups tremble in their saucers. —Edan Lepucki, The Atlantic, 12 July 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, plate containing a condiment, from Anglo-French, from sauce

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing saucer

• flying saucer

Kids Definition

saucer

noun

sau·​cer ˈsȯ-sər 

1

: a small round shallow dish in which a cup is set

2

: something like a saucer especially in shape