Coffee

/ˈkɔːfi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A brewed beverage made from roasted coffee beans, often consumed hot or cold and typically containing caffeine.

I like to start my day with a cup of black coffee.

The seeds of the coffee plant, which are used to produce coffee.

The farmer harvested the coffee beans in the early morning.

A social gathering where coffee is served.

We had a coffee at my friend's house this afternoon.

verb

To brew or prepare coffee.

I will coffee some beans before our guests arrive.

From Italian 'caffè', from Turkish 'kahve', from Arabic 'قَهْوَة‎' (qahwah).

coffee break

A short break taken during work to consume coffee and relax.

decaf coffee

Coffee that has had most of its caffeine removed.

coffee house

A café that sells coffee and light refreshments.

espresso

A strong black coffee made by forcing steam through ground coffee beans.

latte

A coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk.

mocha

A coffee drink made with espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate.

Fuel

I need my morning fuel to get going.

Java

I need to grab some java before work.

Cup of joe

Can you make me a cup of joe?