tea

An evergreen shrub or small tree (Camellia sinensis) native to Asia, having fragrant, nodding, cup-shaped white flowers and glossy leaves.

The young, dried leaves of this plant, prepared by various processes and used to make a beverage, usually served hot.

An aromatic, slightly bitter beverage made by steeping tea leaves in boiling water.

Any of various plants, such as New Jersey tea, having leaves that are or were formerly used to make a tealike beverage.

Any of various beverages made by steeping the leaves of certain plants, such as peppermint.

Any of various beverages made by extracting an infusion from meat, especially beef.

A tea rose.

An afternoon refreshment consisting usually of sandwiches and cakes served with tea.