Synonyms

coffee maker

American

noun

Also coffeemaker. an apparatus for brewing coffee; coffeepot.
a person or company that blends, roasts, or brews coffee.

Etymology

Origin of coffee maker

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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When Lila Sultan recently needed a part to fix her coffee maker, she bought it from Amazon because her need for it felt pressing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

After a short night's sleep, users can order a double espresso with voice commands only, and the coffee maker will deliver.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

I can’t adjust the noise cancellation mode on my Bose headphones except through a phone app; the same goes for my ultra-fancy automated pour-over coffee maker and self-heating coffee mug.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025

The coffee maker that reliably starts the morning ritual.

From Salon • Aug. 19, 2025

“You mean all the whos, whats, whys, whens, and wheres? Yes, I suppose I have. And thanks to the Depression, I’ve also been promoted to copy editor, typesetter, and coffee maker extraordinaire.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool

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