teaser

noun

teas·​er ˈtē-zər How to pronounce teaser (audio)
Synonyms of teasernext
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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On Tuesday, Netflix unveiled a first-look teaser for the fifth season of the series, which is based on Julia Quinn’s romance novels about the love lives of the eight siblings in the titular Bridgerton family, and announced production had begun in the UK on the eight-episode season. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026 In addition to the release date, Paramount also released a teaser trailer for the show. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2026 In addition to the release date, Paramount released a teaser trailer for the show. Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026 Paramount+ released a teaser trailer as well as first images of Hauser and Reilly in the new series. Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 23 Mar. 2026 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 27 Mar. 2026.

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