powdered tea
Refers to tea in powdered form, as opposed to whole leaf tea. This term is somewhat specialized and may be encountered in contexts discussing tea preparation or history.
Powdered tea, unlike matcha, is made by grinding tea leaves into a powder.
freshly-brewed aromatic tea
Describes tea that has just been brewed and has a pleasant, fragrant aroma. This sense emphasizes the freshness and quality of the tea.
The aroma of freshly-brewed tea poured from the teapot filled the room.
fairly high-ranking Yoshiwara prostitute (Edo period)
The term 散茶 combines 散 (scatter, disperse) and 茶 (tea), likely referring to loose or powdered tea leaves. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.