java

noun

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ja·va | \ ˈja-və

, ˈjä-

, -vē \

variants: or less commonly Java

Definition of java

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : coffee

2 usually Java : arabica coffee beans of plants grown in Java, Indonesia that produce a usually full-bodied coffee of low to medium acidity

Java

geographical name

Ja·va | \ ˈjä-və

, ˈja- \

variants: or Indonesian Djawa \ ˈjä-və

Definition of Java (Entry 2 of 2)

island of Indonesia in the Greater Sunda Islands southeast of Sumatra and south of Borneo between the Java Sea and the Indian Ocean; chief city Jakarta area 51,007 square miles (132,618 square kilometers), population 107,581,306

Examples of java in a Sentence

Noun a hot cup of java

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun Other activities that enhanced bonding included Mills heading a group of coffee lovers in searches for a city’s best java houses and Popovich organizing educational field trips to historical sites or museums. — Tom Orsborn, San Antonio Express-News, "Personalities, perspective, humor help Spurs get through season like no other," 22 Mar. 2021 In addition to her signature outerwear, Holmes's boyfriend, chef Emilio Vitolo, was noticeably absent for the java run; although, the second latte the actress had in hand may have just been for her new beau. — Bianca Betancourt, Harper's BAZAAR, "Katie Holmes Goes Cottagecore in a Springy Printed Dress by Ulla Johnson," 11 Mar. 2021 One option for hot java lovers and another for iced coffee queens, both of these items are priced at $16.95 and have been spotted by social media users in the wild. — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, "Starbucks Just Dropped Dazzling Glass Mugs and Cups for Its 50th Anniversary," 5 Mar. 2021 The new line has also dropped alongside a special Anniversary Blend that true java nerds will want to get their hands on, but merchandise lovers have likely seen whispers of new mugs and cups made from glass, a rare addition on any Starbucks' shelf. — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, "Starbucks Just Dropped Dazzling Glass Mugs and Cups for Its 50th Anniversary," 5 Mar. 2021 Contrary to popular belief, those seeking an at-home java alternative that will help them do the same don’t need to spend a small fortune to get top quality. — Valerie Nome, USA TODAY, "Our favorite cold brew coffee maker is on sale for less than $20," 20 Jan. 2021 Their family dog, Colombo, who adorably tagged along for the java run. — Bianca Betancourt, Harper's BAZAAR, "Emily Ratajkowski's Latest Chic Maternity Look Includes a Faux Fur Coat and Yellow Yeezy Boots," 12 Jan. 2021 Treat the coffee aficionado in your life to a premium java experience with the Iperespresso machine from Illy in classic red. — Fiona Tapp, CNN Underscored, "Our favorite picks from the Amazon Canada holiday gift guide," 24 Nov. 2020 Treat the coffee aficionado in your life to a premium java experience with the Iperespresso machine from Illy in classic red. — Fiona Tapp, CNN Underscored, "Our favorite picks from the Amazon Canada holiday gift guide," 24 Nov. 2020

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