decaf
1 synonym and 1 antonym for decaf, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Coffee (or occasionally tea) with the caffeine removed.
Synonyms
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decaffeinated coffee
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Coffee (or occasionally tea) with the caffeine removed.
“I'll have a decaf, please — it's too late for real coffee.”
decaffeinated coffee
2. adj
Having had the caffeine removed.
“She switched to decaf coffee after 6pm.”
Opposites
How to use decaf
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a decaf coffee
switch to decaf
Etymology
A clipping of "decaffeinated."
Full origin of decaf →Frequently asked questions
What does “decaf” mean?
The word “decaf” means coffee (or occasionally tea) with the caffeine removed. In plain terms, coffee without the caffeine kick.
How do you pronounce “decaf”?
“Decaf” is pronounced DEE-kaf (/ˈdiːkæf/ in IPA).
How do you use “decaf” in a sentence?
Here is “decaf” used in a sentence: “I'll have a decaf, please — it's too late for real coffee.”
What part of speech is “decaf”?
Depending on how it is used, “decaf” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “decaf” have?
“Decaf” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: coffee (or occasionally tea) with the caffeine removed.
