slop basin

American  

noun

British.

1. a basin or bowl into which the dregs, leaves, and grounds of teacups and coffee cups are emptied at the table.

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slop basin British  

noun

1. a bowl or basin into which the dregs from teacups are emptied at the table

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Etymology

Origin of slop basin

First recorded in 1725–35

Example Sentences

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slop basin

It might seem too much the case of a storm in a slop basin, if I were to spend any words upon the revolution which ensued.

From Autobiographical Sketches by De Quincey, Thomas

She would herself pour some hot water into the slop basin, and put a pikelet on a plate thereon, covered, to keep warm for father.

From Clayhanger by Bennett, Arnold

Then with a noncommittal air, he threw the letter carelessly across the table to the Sailor, who had to retrieve it from the slop basin which fortunately was empty.

From The Sailor by Snaith, J. C.

His household bowed to this judgment, and a slop basin was cautiously introduced.

From Autobiographical Sketches by De Quincey, Thomas

He condescended to eat two slices of saffron cake, and then Vane presented the slop basin to Joan.

From Mufti by McNeile, H. C. (Herman Cyril)