coffee

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑ.fi/
/ˈkɒ.fi/
/ˈkɔ.fi/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A beverage made by infusing the beans of the coffee plant in hot water.

2 Definition

A serving of this beverage.

3 Definition

The seeds of the plant used to make coffee, misnamed ‘beans’ due to their shape.

4 Definition

The powder made by roasting and grinding the seeds.

5 Definition

A tropical plant of the genus Coffea.

6 Definition

A pale brown colour, like that of milk coffee.

7 Definition

The end of a meal, when coffee is served.

Example Sentences
  • He did not stay for coffee.
Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To drink coffee.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of a pale brown colour, like that of milk coffee.

2 Definition

Of a table: a small, low table suitable for people in lounge seating to put coffee cups on.