1. a hot drink made by pouring boiling water over dried leaves of the tea plant
2. the dried leaves of the tea plant used to make the drink
3. a light afternoon meal typically served with tea
Usage: British

Examples

• She drinks green tea every morning.
• Would you like some tea with your breakfast?
• The tea leaves are imported from China.
• We had afternoon tea with scones and jam.
• Chamomile tea helps me relax before bed.
• He prefers his tea with milk and sugar.
• The tea kettle is whistling on the stove.