Definitions

1. noun

something that arouses curiosity or interest by providing a small part of a larger amount of information, often in a way that is incomplete or tantalizing

“The movie trailer was a teaser for the summer blockbuster.”

2. noun

a person who teases or provokes someone, often in a playful or annoying way

“He was a teaser who loved to play pranks on his friends.”

3. verb

to give a small part of information that is intended to arouse curiosity or interest, often in a way that is incomplete or tantalizing

“The artist teased the audience with a brief preview of her new painting.”

4. verb

to tease or provoke someone, often in a playful or annoying way

“Don’t tease your sister; she’s already upset.”

5. adjective

of or relating to a teaser, especially one that is meant to arouse curiosity or interest

“The teaser trailer was a clever marketing ploy to generate buzz about the new movie.”