Definition

A small restaurant or café where tea is served, often with light meals or snacks.

Example

We decided to meet at the teashop for a relaxing afternoon tea.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that new teashop downtown?

No, I haven't, but I've heard great things about it!

We should definitely check it out together this weekend.

That sounds like a fun idea; I love trying new places.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Teashop** → It is formed from "tea" (from Chinese *chá*, meaning a beverage made from the leaves of the tea plant) and "shop" (from Old English *sceoppa*, meaning a place for trade or business). A teashop is a place where tea is sold and enjoyed.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'place for trade' ('shop') where you can enjoy a 'beverage made from leaves' ('tea'). This helps you remember that a teashop is a place to buy and drink tea.

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