decaf

noun

de·​caf ˈdē-ˌkaf How to pronounce decaf (audio)
: decaffeinated coffee

Examples of decaf in a Sentence

Would you like regular coffee or decaf? Can I have a decaf, please?
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Reduce caffeine gradually by choosing a smaller size, drinking one less cup, or mixing half regular and half decaf. Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 5 Jan. 2026 This means caff in the morning, decaf in the afternoon. Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 29 Nov. 2025 For those looking to reduce caffeine’s punch, switching to half-caf, smaller servings, or decaf can help. Lauryn Higgins, Time, 11 Nov. 2025 Since Swiss Water focuses entirely on decaf, setting up a subscription only entailed deciding my delivery frequency. Brittany Loggins, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for decaf

Word History

Etymology

short for decaffeinated

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of decaf was in 1956

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“Decaf.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decaf. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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decaf

noun
de·​caf ˈdē-ˌkaf How to pronounce decaf (audio)
: decaffeinated coffee

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