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

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These new targets are part of Starbucks’ attempt at a Big Fix, which looks to restore the brand’s position as a premium coffeehouse. Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025 Yemeni coffeehouses put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the space. Hira Qureshi, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025 Pressley says, adding that the concept aligns with coffeehouses' role as community hubs. Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025 That's the feeling Caitlin Cunningham, a Missouri coffeehouse owner, has had after the 2024 election. Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coffeehouse

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First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

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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 2 Apr. 2025.

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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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