from the use of its leaves as a substitute for tea
1818, in the meaning defined above
tea basket
teaberry
tea biscuit
“Teaberry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teaberry. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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