Definitions

1. noun

a shallow dish, typically with a footed base, used for holding cups, saucers, or other objects, especially after they have been used to serve a beverage.

“She carefully placed the cup back into its saucer on the table.”

2. noun

a shallow container, usually of china or ceramic material, used for serving or holding food or drinks.

“The dessert was served in delicate saucers on the fine china tablecloth.”

3. verb

to remove or spill something, typically a liquid, from a container or vessel.

“The juice was spilled when she accidentally saucer-ed her glass on the table.”

4. verb

to serve or dish up food or drink in saucers or small dishes.

“The waiter saucer-ed the appetizers on the table, and the guests began to serve themselves.”