oolong

noun

oo·​long ˈü-ˌlȯŋ How to pronounce oolong (audio)
: tea made from leaves that have been partially oxidized before firing

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The Alchemy features citrus vodka blend, Dry Curacao, aronia berry, cranberry, strawberry, lime and oolong tea. Jeff Fedotin, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 The Alchemy was an amazing presentation of a martini glass filled with a citrus vodka blend, berry juices, curacao and oolong with a lemon twist. Julie Jordan, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025 Yes, there are other ingredients, according to TMZ, including Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao, aronia berry, strawberry, lime, and oolong. Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025 Inspired By Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea is an homage to oolong tea that is grown in China’s Phoenix Mountains. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for oolong

Word History

Etymology

Chinese (Xiamen) oōlióng(dé), literally, black dragon (tea)

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of oolong was in 1845

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“Oolong.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oolong. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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oolong

noun
oo·​long ˈü-ˌlȯŋ How to pronounce oolong (audio)
: tea made from leaves that have undergone partial fermentation before being dried
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