green tea

noun

1. a tea that is steamed to prevent fermentation and then rolled and dried.

green tea

noun

1. a sharp tea made from tea leaves that have been steamed and dried quickly without fermenting

Word History and Origins

Origin of green tea¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

But that same report also highlights an uncomfortable truth: a growing number of imported matcha powders have been found to contain fillers, artificial colors, and low-grade green tea dust.

From Salon

Off it, he’s sold everything from unsweetened green tea to skin-care products.

From Los Angeles Times

Lin says, holding a bottle of green tea essential oil under my nose.

From Los Angeles Times

“About 84% of all tea consumed was black tea, 15% was green tea, and the small remaining amount was oolong, white and dark tea.”

From Salon

And of course, another favorite pairing would be fresh herbs: imagine a cherry lemonade or iced green tea with lots and lots of fresh mint?

From Salon