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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
The tariffs mainly punish American consumers and businesses that are having to pay higher prices for coffee, bananas, beef and more.
The company hopes to return to sales and store growth this fiscal year, and withstand rising coffee prices and a fragile consumer dynamic.
Ms Manuel spent the last of her October Snap money last week on essentials like coffee, creamer and tuna.
JPMorgan analysts said in a note this month that the company’s earnings could be dragged down by continued raw material inflation, especially for coffee and beef, and weaker than expected U.S. consumption trends.
I told them I would carry their coffee every day.
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