Saucers: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is commonly used to refer to small, shallow dishes meant to hold cups or small items.

• She arranged the teacups on the matching saucers.
• The waiter brought the coffee on a tray with tiny saucers.

Used to describe objects that are round and flat, thrown for leisure or sports, such as Frisbees.

• They played catch with flying discs in the park.
• The dog fetched the flying disc with enthusiasm.

An abbreviation for 'Unidentified Flying Objects.' This term is more technical and neutral, used in official reports or serious discussions about aerial phenomena.

• The Air Force investigated numerous sightings of UFOs.
• Scientists are still debating the nature of these UFOs.

Often used to describe unidentified flying objects (UFOs) that have a round, saucer-like shape. This term is usually more informal and imaginative.

• Reports of flying saucers increased during that decade.
• People claimed to have seen flying saucers hovering over the city.

Typically used to refer to the small dishes placed under cups to catch any drips or overflow from the beverage. Often found in tea sets or coffee services.

• She arranged the tea cups and saucers on the tray.
• The waiter brought the coffee with matching saucers.

Refers to a small, usually round plate used to serve light snacks or appetizers during tea time. Different from a saucer as it's typically used for food rather than catching drips from a cup.

• She served biscuits on a delicate tea plate.
• Each guest was given a tea plate with sandwiches and pastries.

An informal way to describe a saucer, emphasizing its purpose. Suitable for casual conversations where precision is less important.

• Could you grab me a plate for my cup, please?
• I found a plate for your tea cup in the cupboard.