Tea

1. An eastern Asian evergreen shrub or small tree (Camellia sinensis) having fragrant, nodding, cup-shaped white flowers and glossy leaves. The young, dried leaves of this plant, prepared by various processes and used to make a hot beverage. Many acres of tea is process in China.
2. An aromatic, slightly bitter beverage made by steeping tea leaves in boiling water. Tea is the favored drink in England and China.
3. An afternoon refreshment consisting usually of sandwiches and cakes served with tea. We took an afternoon tea with our hosts at their home.