coffeehouse

noun

cof·​fee·​house ˈkȯ-fē-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce coffeehouse (audio)
ˈkä-
: an establishment that sells coffee and usually other refreshments and that commonly serves as an informal club for its regular customers

Examples of coffeehouse in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web There would be an acre of garden space for tenants atop the garage and a music recording studio at street level, where there would also be a restaurant and perhaps a coffeehouse. Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2024 The coffeehouse never got too busy, but Margo’s regulars noticed the difference. Bryan Washington, The New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2024 Meanwhile, an all-day coffeehouse is inspired by the cafés of Europe and the main restaurant is housed in a glass conservatory. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 24 July 2024 Located in a larger entertainment complex called The Village, The Sandy Pickle is surrounded by lively businesses such as coffeehouses, boutiques, wine bars, art studios, pet care, a salon, and a hotel. Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 20 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for coffeehouse 

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Word History

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of coffeehouse was in 1612

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“Coffeehouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coffeehouse. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

coffeehouse

noun
cof·​fee·​house ˈkȯ-fē-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce coffeehouse (audio)
ˈkäf-ē-
: a business that sells coffee and usually other refreshments and that often serves as an informal club for its regular customers
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