Teacups

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Small vessels designed specifically for holding and drinking tea
2. Delicate containers used to serve tea, typically smaller than coffee cups
3. Portable cups made for enjoying tea, usually part of a matching set

Etymology: "Teacups" is simply the plural of "teacup", a compound formed from "tea" and "cup". Its parts are straightforward: "tea" is the drink, and "cup" is the vessel that holds it, so the whole word means a cup used for tea. The plural form adds the usual "-s" to indicate more than one such vessel, most often seen in a matching set on a table or shelf.

Synonyms: cups, mugs, dishes

Antonyms: saucers, glasses, tumblers