Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

teacup

[tee-kuhp] / ˈtiˌkʌp /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“When people say, ‘Oh, it’s a teacup pig,’ I’m like, ‘That is not a thing. That does not exist,’” said Lynsey Rosen, a veterinarian in Southern California who treats dozens of mini pigs each month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Your first inclination will be to try to solve it like a puzzle, where you’ll search for the pieces that match, the teacup or bowl you can reassemble.

From Salon • Nov. 25, 2025

A month after the first signs of smoke and flame, victims are still mourning the loss of small things, a snapshot or a teacup.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2025

Even the video itself with Ms Barr – who has herself been embroiled in more than a few controversies – holding a teacup and nodding along as Mr Kennedy recounted his tale.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2024

Sophia laughs and directs her teacup monkey, Singe, to roll the die for her on the circular board that hooks around the champagne-flute tower.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "teacup" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com