Definition

A person or thing that teases, often used to describe a playful or teasing remark, or a promotional item that attracts attention.

Example

The movie trailer was a great teaser that made everyone excited to see the film.

Conversation

Did you see the teaser for that new movie coming out next month?

Yeah, it looks really exciting!

I can't wait for the full trailer; the teaser was so intriguing.

I know, right? It definitely made me want to watch it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teaser → It is formed from "tease" (from Old French *teser*, meaning to touch lightly or provoke) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A teaser is a person who provokes or annoys others playfully.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who playfully 'provoke' others — that's what a 'teaser' does, and the '-er' just means a person.

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