Synonyms

tea service

American

noun

a set of chinaware for preparing and drinking hot beverages, especially tea.
a set of silver or other metalware for preparing and serving hot beverages, especially tea.

tea service British

noun

the china or pottery articles used in serving tea, including a teapot, cups, saucers, etc

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Etymology

Origin of tea service

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

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By the time it reached final inspection it had acquired a cloak of ruby-red metallic paint, diamond-white LED headlamps and a mouthful of metal grillework as bright as a tea service.

From The Wall Street Journal

One of my favorite L.A. things to do is the white glove tea service.

From Los Angeles Times

It also said the brand might feature “coffee services in the nature of tableware; tea services in the nature of tableware; servingware for serving food and drinks; decanters” and other beverage wear.

From Seattle Times

Kim gave Putin a traditional Korean sword, while the Russian leader gave Kim a sabre and a tea service suitable for use on his armoured train.

From Reuters

From hotel courtyards to rose gardens and British pubs, these are the best places to indulge in afternoon tea service in Los Angeles and Orange County for Mother’s Day or any occasion.

From Los Angeles Times

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