teal

noun

ˈtēl How to pronounce teal (audio)
plural teal or teals
1
: teal blue
2
: any of various widely distributed small short-necked dabblers (genus Anas) compare blue-winged teal, green-winged teal

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That’s a great question and one that is probably on the mind of many avid followers of the purple and teal. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026 The process of turning its home from orange back to teal has begun for the Kansas City Current. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 Powder blue and dusty pink are feeling overly sweet and dated; try richer tones like deep teal or mauve for more personality. — Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 21 June 2026 The solar charging panel illuminates lights for up to eight hours, and there are eight colors—white, red, orange, yellow, green, teal, blue, and purple—to choose from. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for teal

Word History

Etymology

Middle English tele; akin to Middle Dutch teling teal

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of teal was in the 14th century

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“Teal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teal. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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teal

noun
ˈtē(ə)l How to pronounce teal (audio)
plural teal or teals
: any of various small short-necked ducks

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