Coffee Definition & Meaning

coffee
noun
  1. a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans; "he ordered a cup of coffee"
  2. any of several small trees and shrubs native to the tropical Old World yielding coffee beans
  3. a seed of the coffee tree; ground to make coffee
  4. a medium brown to dark-brown color

"Coffee" in song lyrics

See how coffee is used in real songs:

  • "How many lumps do you want inside your coffee?"
    3rd Bass f/ Chubb Rock — Kick Em in the Grill
  • "Ugh, I wake them up, and I make them smilled the coffee"
    Above the Law f/ Kokane, PEE GEE — The 'G' In Me
  • "and I poured in with a large coffee"
    Aesop Rock f/ Breeze Brewin, Cage — Getaway Car

Usage tips for "coffee"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "coffee" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for coffee to find words that pair well.

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