teatime

[tee-tahym]

noun

1. the time times at which tea is served or taken, usually in the late afternoon.

Word History and Origins

Origin of teatime¹

First recorded in 1750–60; tea + time

Example Sentences

A trove of classic Polish treats for the holidays, plus fruit-and-nut-forward teatime options for the long winter ahead.

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The pair tackled a savoury quiche, a technical teatime biscuit and a showstopping day off in cake form - although neither was crowned star baker at the end.

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By teatime, it had met the definition of that word.

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Here, in this miniature teatime, I can imagine that at any moment, children will come running back to play while adults laugh from the porch.

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The 80-year-old rock star is due to play the coveted teatime slot on Sunday, 29 June - 23 years after he last appeared at the Somerset festival.

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