tea pots

Spouts for steeping

A tea pot is a vessel for brewing and serving tea, typically with a handle, spout, and lid.

The rounded body holds hot water and loose tea leaves or tea bags while steeping.

Tea pots come in ceramic, porcelain, cast iron, glass, or metal.

She poured from her grandmother's china tea pot.

Usually spelled as one word: teapot.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G