(archaic) To raise the nap on cloth; to tease; to card.

(uncountable, countable) An extremely durable timber highly valued for shipbuilding and other purposes, yielded by Tectona grandis (and Tectona spp.).

Of a yellowish brown colour, like that of teak wood.

Alternative spelling of Caltech

(transitive) To separate the fibres of (a fibrous material). / (transitive) To comb (originally with teasels) so that the fibres all lie in one direction. / (transitive) To backcomb.

One who teases. / A single act of teasing. / One who deliberately arouses others (usually men) sexually with no intention of satisfying that arousal.

(UK, Australia, New Zealand) A late afternoon or early evening meal, typically consisting of a cooked dish with bread and butter and tea. / (US) Formal afternoon tea.

Capable of being taught; apt to learn. / Willing to receive instruction or to learn; docile. / That can be taught. / Facilitating teaching; instructive.

A cloth, made from cotton or linen, for drying dishes and glassware.

Synonym of cream tea, specifically as traditionally served in Devonshire.