cuppa
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of cuppa
1920–25; reduced form of cup of ( tea )
Example Sentences
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In a British Slate Plus segment: An American professor says to put salt in our tea; Felix cries foul and explains how to make a proper English cuppa.
From Slate ● Jan. 27, 2024
I leaned on the hot drink my first morning after I resolved to abide by the Breitenbush credo and forswear my daily cuppa.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 20, 2023
A popular local chain Cong Coffee says its most loved brew is an indulgent cuppa coconut coffee, which blends coconut cream, condensed milk and ice.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2023
Because the recipe makes two generously sized loaves, it’s easy to stash an entire round or individual slices in the freezer for when you really need something with your cuppa.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 8, 2023
“Bin havin’ a cuppa with Olympe,” Hagrid said.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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