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- coffee nut/ˈkɒfi nʌt/An informal term for a person who is extremely enthusiastic about coffee, its preparation, and its culture.nounLow
- coffee ring/ˈkɒfi rɪŋ/A circular stain left on a surface by the bottom of a wet coffee cup.nounB2
- coffee royal/ˌkɒfi ˈrɔɪəl/A sweetened coffee beverage, typically made with strong black coffee, sugar or simple syrup, and flavored with a generous splash of rum, brandy, or cognac.nounVery Low
- coffee shop/ˈkɒfi ʃɒp/A small establishment that primarily sells coffee and other beverages, often with light food such as pastries, sandwiches, or cakes. It's a place for socializing, casual meetings, working, or reading.nounA1-A2
- coffee spoon/ˈkɒfi spuːn/A small spoon, typically used for stirring coffee or for serving small amounts of food such as dessert or sugar.nounC1
- coffee table/ˈkɒfi ˌteɪbl/A low table typically placed in front of a sofa in a living room.nounB1
- coffee tree/ˈkɒfi triː/A tropical evergreen shrub or small tree (genus Coffea) whose seeds (coffee beans) are roasted and ground to produce coffee.nounB2
- coffee-and/ˈkɒf.i ənd/A modifier or noun phrase referring to a small, informal meal, drink, or gathering that is simple, inexpensive, and typically centred around coffee and something to eat.nounC1-C2 / Uncommon to Rare
- coffee-table book/ˈkɒfi ˌteɪbl ˌbʊk/A large, usually expensive, illustrated book placed on a coffee table for casual reading or decorative display.nounB2
- coffeeberry/ˈkɒfɪˌbɛri/The small, cherry-like fruit (drupe) produced by the coffee plant, containing the coffee beans (seeds).nounLow
- coffeecake/ˈkɒf.i.keɪk/A sweet cake or bread, often containing fruit or nuts, intended to be eaten alongside coffee or other hot drinks.nounC1
- coffeehouse/ˈkɒfihaʊs/An establishment that primarily sells coffee and other non-alcoholic beverages, often with light refreshments, typically functioning as a social space.nounverb-intransitiveB1
- coffeepot/ˈkɒf.i.pɒt/A pot with a lid, spout, and handle, specifically designed for brewing and/or serving coffee.nounC1
- coffer/ˈkɒfə/A strongbox or chest for holding valuables, especially money.nounverbverb-transitiveC1
- cofferdam/ˈkɒf.ə.dæm/A temporary watertight enclosure pumped dry to permit construction, inspection, or repair work below the waterline.nounC2/Professional
- coffeyville/ˈkɒfi.vɪl/A proper noun referring to a specific city in the United States.nounLow
- coffin/ˈkɒfɪn/A long, narrow box, typically made of wood, in which a dead body is buried or cremated.nounverbverb-transitiveC1
- coffin bone/ˈkɒfɪn bəʊn/The triangular-shaped third phalanx bone within a horse's hoof, also known as the pedal bone.nounC2
- coffin corner/ˈkɒfɪn ˈkɔːnə/The corner of a sports field, especially a football (American) or cricket field, that is difficult to defend or play from; a small, tight area in the field of play.nounC2
- coffin nail/ˈkɒf.ɪn ˌneɪl/A cigarette.nounC1
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