Definition

A container used to hold and store tea, often designed to keep the tea fresh.

Example

She opened the teabox to find her favorite blend of green tea inside.

Conversation

I just bought a new teabox for my collection of teas.

Oh, cool! What kind of teas do you have now?

I've got green, black, and even some herbal ones in the teabox.

That sounds perfect for a cozy tea night!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teabox → The word is formed from "tea" (from Chinese *t'e, meaning a beverage made from the leaves of the tea plant) and "box" (from Old English *box, meaning a container). A teabox is a container specifically designed to hold tea.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'container' ('box') that holds a 'beverage made from leaves' ('tea') — that's what a teabox is.

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