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coffee
[kaw-fee, kof-ee]
noun
a beverage consisting of a decoction or infusion of the roasted ground or crushed seeds coffeebeans of the two-seeded fruit coffeeberry of certain coffee trees.
the seeds or fruit themselves.
any tropical tree or shrub of the genus Coffea, of the madder family, especially C. arabica and C. canephora, cultivated commercially.
a cup of coffee.
We ordered four coffees and three doughnuts.
a social gathering at which coffee and other refreshments are served.
medium to dark brown.
adjective
coffee
/ ˈkɒfɪ /
noun
a drink consisting of an infusion of the roasted and ground or crushed seeds of the coffee tree
( as modifier )
coffee grounds
Also called: coffee beans. the beanlike seeds of the coffee tree, used to make this beverage
short for coffee tree
a medium to dark brown colour
( as adjective )
a coffee carpet
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Word History and Origins
Origin of coffee1
Word History and Origins
Origin of coffee1
Example Sentences
"They're taking away leisure time from the pub, yeah. You know, people are choosing to go into coffee shops," he said.
He added that when it comes to room service, all he needs is coffee and a pastry in the morning, not an unlimited spread.
Over coffee several days later, Delgado told me that “paying attention” is a core principal in how he lives his life.
Nestle, the Swiss food giant whose brands include Nespresso coffee and Perrier water, announced Thursday plans to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years, sending its share price soaring.
Then, there are commodities that we don’t produce in the U.S., such as cocoa, coffee, spices, and seasonings, that are impacted by tariffs.
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