teapot

[ tee-pot ]

noun

1. a container with a lid, spout, and handle, in which tea is made and from which it is poured.

teapot

/ ˈtiːˌpɒt /

noun

1. a container with a lid, spout, and handle, in which tea is made and from which it is served

Word History and Origins

Origin of teapot¹

First recorded in 1610–20; tea + pot ¹

Idioms and Phrases

see tempest in a teapot .

Example Sentences

Is it just another tempest in a teapot?

From Salon

Over-sized cups and saucers, laden with delicious-looking treats, stand next to teapots of many colours, ready to be wheeled on for rehearsals.

From BBC

“I have this,” said the innkeep, holding the metal tea tray with the teapot full of tea.

From Literature

The little old Queen shaped exactly like a teapot, with white feathers in her bonnet.

From Literature

There were teapots sprouting roses by Mary Rose Young, as well as hand-painted throw pillows, twig place mats and antique jewelry.

From New York Times