coffee maker
Americannoun
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Also coffeemaker. an apparatus for brewing coffee; coffeepot.
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a person or company that blends, roasts, or brews coffee.
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of coffee maker
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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It lacked a minibar but came with a fridge, microwave and standard coffee maker.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
He changed what was on the counter around the coffee maker and moved the mug to different spots.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 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
Pro tip: Bundle the coffee maker with Graffeo Coffee’s gift box, which includes three varieties of freshly roasted coffee beans: dark, light, and decaf.
From Salon ● Nov. 20, 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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