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tea ball

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun tea ball has 1 sense
  1. tea ball - a kitchen utensil consisting of a perforated metal ball for making tea
    --1 is a kind of
    kitchen utensil

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Tea Ball

Description:

A tea ball, also known as a tea infuser or tea egg, is a small metal or mesh ball used to brew loose tea leaves. It is typically made of stainless steel or silicone and consists of two halves that can be opened and closed.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Brewing Loose Tea:

In this sense, a tea ball refers to a brewing tool used to make tea by containing loose tea leaves. It is filled with tea leaves, closed, and steeped in hot water. The mesh or perforations allow water to circulate through the leaves while preventing them from escaping into the liquid.

Sample Sentence:

I prefer using a tea ball to brew my loose leaf green tea, as it gives the leaves enough space to unfurl and release their flavors.

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Sense 2 - Infusing Herbs and Spices:

Tea balls can also be used to infuse herbs, spices, or other ingredients to enhance the aroma and taste of beverages, such as mulled wine or spiced cider.

Sample Sentence:

I like to use a tea ball to infuse cinnamon sticks and cloves into my hot apple cider during the winter season.

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Sense 3 - Decorative Purposes:

Tea balls are sometimes used as decorative elements or charms. They can be filled with dried flowers, herbs, or fragrant potpourri to create visually appealing ornaments.

Sample Sentence:

The tea ball filled with dried lavender serves as a delightful and aromatic decoration in my living room.

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