teapot

[tee-pot]

noun

1. a container with a lid, spout, and handle, in which tea is made and from which it is poured.

teapot

/ ˈtiːˌpɒt /

noun

1. a container with a lid, spout, and handle, in which tea is made and from which it is served

Word History and Origins

Origin of teapot¹

First recorded in 1610–20; tea + pot ¹

Idioms and Phrases

see tempest in a teapot.

Example Sentences

Ever wondered what a teapot would look like if it was an octopus?

From Los Angeles Times

"Its lack of powers to enforce the rules it oversaw meant Acoba was about as useful as a chocolate teapot," a spokesperson said.

From BBC

Luxury fashion house Loewe invited 25 artists, designers and architects from across the globe to defy convention for its 2025 collection of teapots, available exclusively at Palazzo Citterio in Milan.

From Los Angeles Times

"A pair of scissors, one empty teapot and some hot water, please."

From BBC

Youn sells mostly kitchenwares and other novelties, including ceramic teapots made in Korea and bird boxes handcrafted in France.

From Los Angeles Times