Java Definition & Meaning

java
noun
  1. an island in Indonesia to the south of Borneo; one of the world's most densely populated regions
  2. a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans; "he ordered a cup of coffee"
  3. a platform-independent object-oriented programming language

"Java" in song lyrics

See how java is used in real songs:

  • "Discussing business over Java"
    Arsonists f/ Kinetic NRG — Space Junk
  • "Hoes in barrettes, scheme boatin on the coast of Java"
    Popa Wu f/ Cuffie Crime Family — Come One, Come All
  • "Alcazar, on the balcony, dunkin' donuts in Java"
    Warcloud — Old Toy Room (A Pie in the Window)

Usage tips for "java"

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