espresso
noun
espres·so
e-ˈspre-(ˌ)sō 
variants
or less commonly expresso
plural espressos also expressos
1
: a strong-tasting coffee that is brewed by forcing hot water under high pressure through finely ground coffee beans and is typically consumed in small servings
2
: a cup of espresso
She ordered two espressos.
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The finish is incredibly long and nuanced, with lingering aged oak, spice, and espresso notes.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Its menu features classic espresso and tea beverages along with seasonal specialty drinks and a range of salads, sandwiches and breakfast foods.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2025
Now, she's moved behind the espresso machine, working up to 12 hours a day as a barista.
—Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 9 May 2025
Despite including a range of hues, including dark espresso, honey brown, and rich chocolate, finding a shade to complement deep complexions hasn’t always been easy.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Its menu features classic espresso and tea beverages along with seasonal specialty drinks and a range of salads, sandwiches and breakfast foods.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2025
Now, she's moved behind the espresso machine, working up to 12 hours a day as a barista.
—Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 9 May 2025
Despite including a range of hues, including dark espresso, honey brown, and rich chocolate, finding a shade to complement deep complexions hasn’t always been easy.
—Jessica Fields, Essence, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for espresso
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“Espresso.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/espresso. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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espresso
noun
espres·so
e-ˈspres-ō
variants
also expresso
plural espressos
: coffee brewed by forcing steam or hot water through finely ground darkly roasted coffee beans
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