saucer

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate
  2. noun a small shallow dish for holding a cup at the table
  3. noun directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation

Etymology

From Middle English saucer, from Old French saussier (and feminine saussiere; hence modern French saucier m, saucière f).

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Synonyms

disk, disc

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