teahouse

noun — 3 senses

teahouse

noun

/ˈtiˌhaʊs/

Etymology From tea + house.

1

A cafe or restaurant that serves tea, usually with light food.

2

Euphemistic A public lavatory.

3

LGBT US, Dated, Euphemistic, Slang A meeting place for gay men.

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