decaf

[ dee-kaf ]

noun

1. decaffeinated coffee or tea.

adjective

1. decaffeinated.

decaf

/ ˈdiːkæf /

noun

1. decaffeinated coffee

adjective

1. decaffeinated

Word History and Origins

Origin of decaf¹

By shortening

Example Sentences

Every single day starts with an entire pot of Starbucks decaf espresso.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s not like I like them because of how they taste. I like them because of how they make me feel,” Carpenter said, before telling Dimoldenberg that she gives off “decaf energy.”

From Salon

In the Plus bonus episode: Will a new CEO be a much-needed espresso shot for Starbucks…or another stale cup of decaf?

From Slate

Beyond serving size and the caffeinated/decaf divide, the surveys made no accommodation for the various ways coffee is served.

From Science Daily

“Rudy Coffee” is available in three flavors: “America’s Mayor Rudy,” which is a morning blend; “Fighting for Justice Rudy,” a bold java blend, and “Enjoying Life Rudy,” which is decaf, according to his website.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• caffeine
• cappuccino
• espresso