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单词 cup of tea
释义

cup of tea

noun phrase

1
: something one likes or excels in
I see already that storytelling isn't my cup of tea John Barth
also : a person suited to one's taste
2
: a thing to be reckoned with : matter
poltergeists are a different cup of tea D. B. W. Lewis

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined at sense 1

cup of tea

phrase

as in favorite
a person or thing that is preferred over others A lazy afternoon on the river is just my cup of tea.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • favorite
  • darling
  • speed
  • preference
  • pet
  • minion
  • dear
  • beloved
  • sweetheart
  • fave
  • treasure
  • jewel
  • prize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • abomination
  • anathema
  • bugbear
  • bête noire
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