tea tray
- a tray for carrying or holding articles used in serving tea.
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Origin of tea tray
First recorded in 1765–75
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When Betty came back with the tea-tray, her hair was twisted up.
The Incomplete AmoristE. Nesbit
She was relieved for the moment by the entrance of Mrs. Rogers with the tea-tray.
Audrey CravenMay Sinclair
Anne had just brought in the tea-tray when he caught sight of you, and drew my attention.
The Carroll GirlsMabel Quiller-Couch
She gave him a quick, sweet glance, then searched the tea-tray to reward him.
The Crimson TideRobert W. Chambers
The waitress with the tea-tray cut short that sort of 188 conversation.
The Crimson TideRobert W. Chambers