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Definition
Tea Pet (Noun):
- A small, decorative figurine traditionally used in Chinese gongfu tea ceremonies. Tea pets are usually made of Yixing clay and are placed on the tea tray during tea brewing.
Example Sentences
- “The tea master poured the brewed tea into a fair cup before serving it.”
- “Over time, her tea pet developed a rich, glossy patina from the repeated tea infusions.”
- “He gifted her a tea pet in the shape of a dragon, believing it would bring happiness to her tea ceremonies.”
Notes
- Common tea pet designs include animals such as toads, turtles, dragons, and mythical creatures, but they can come in a wide range of shapes and styles.
- As a part of the tea ceremony, hot tea and water are often poured over the tea pet. This is believed to bring good luck, and over time, the tea pet can develop a unique patina from the tea oils.