Matcha

//ˈmɑ.t͡ʃə// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A type of powdered green tea, traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies. countable, uncountable

    "And that’s not all – EGCG in matcha can help improve insulin sensitivity, which aids in blood sugar control, and may help to reduce inflammation related to Alzheimer’s disease."

Synonyms

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green teasencha

Example

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"On days like this, I like having hot matcha milk with jam and peanut butter toast."

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 抹茶 (matcha), from 抹 (matsu, “to wipe, to rub”) + 茶 (cha, “tea”).

Related phrases

green teatea ceremony

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