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decaffeinated

American  
[dee-kaf-uh-ney-tid] / diˈkæf əˌneɪ tɪd /

adjective

  1. having part or all of the caffeine extracted.

    decaffeinated tea.


Etymology

Origin of decaffeinated

de- + caffeinated

Example Sentences

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Similar patterns were observed among tea drinkers, while decaffeinated coffee did not show the same associations.

From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026

Depending on how the beans are decaffeinated, some aromatic elements may be co-extracted with the caffeine during the process.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2023

But in the 20th century, TCE was used for many purposes, including making decaffeinated coffee, dry cleaning, carpet cleaning, and as an inhaled surgical anesthetic for children and women in labor.

From Science Magazine • May 15, 2023

Researchers found “significant reductions” in the risk for coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure and stroke associated with drinking coffee, whether it was ground, instant caffeinated or decaffeinated.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2023

If the patient is older and has been accustomed to tea and coffee, one cup of coffee in the morning may be allowed, provided a decaffeinated coffee is not found satisfactory.

From Disturbances of the Heart by Osborne, Oliver T. (Oliver Thomas)