saucer
noun
a small, round, shallow dish to hold a cup.
saucers
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pluralof saucer.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Its quiet assurance that experts had a handle on flying saucers and a plan to meet them felt comforting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 10, 2026
"For some time we have been concerned by the recurring reports on flying saucers," a document in that file said.
From Barron's ● May 8, 2026
The room was dimly lit, with an espresso machine and several small tables where men in suits sat with tiny cups and saucers before them.
From Salon ● Dec. 24, 2024
The hardest part was drilling holes in the middle of the glazed saucers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2024
Next to me, Rachel’s eyes have become saucers.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
