espresso

espresso Definition

es·presso (e spres′ō)

noun pl. -·sos

coffee prepared in a special machine from finely ground coffee beans, through which steam under high pressure is forced

Etymology: It (caffè) espresso, pressed-out (coffee), pp. of esprimere, to press out, express < L exprimere: see express

espresso Usage Examples

Converse of object

sip: Italy The system: Ever wondered why Italian village squares are dominated by middle-aged men sipping espresso?
brew: The deep rich crema of a double espresso brewed with the Koala using finely ground espresso coffee.
serve: Atlas 1 group package Featuring everything you need to start serving espresso / cappuccino straight away.
drink: I like the idea of drinking a good espresso in a radially symmetric mirrored universe.
produce: These machines will produce professional quality espresso at the touch of a button in a matter of seconds.
enjoy: With custom built IT desks and relaxing study areas where you can enjoy an espresso or simply a glass of fresh water.

Adjective modifier

double: I had a double espresso to end off my meal.
Italian: Our traditional Italian espresso or why not try our delicious roasted hazelnut!
perfect: New advanced loading system allows the easy preparation of the perfect espresso.
rich: In a matter of minutes, the high pressure boiler of the Gaggia heats water to the ideal temperature for rich, creamy espresso.
fresh: Even simpler: portion packaging Just slip it into the machine, press the button and your fresh espresso is poured into your cup.
single: The drinks range from £ 1.10 for a single espresso to £ 1.60 for a " Harbor Classic Creme " , whatever that is.

Modifies a noun

coffee: The espresso coffee is produced into two separate cups.
grinder: Wega Max 6.4 espresso coffee grinder £ 330.00 + VAT The workhorse commercial grinder manufactured by Compak.
machine: These espresso machines can be either single, double or treble group head espresso machines.
bean: A friend recently told me the Art Museum is now selling its own espresso beans.
cup: Two chrome steel trays have room for a total of 24 stacked espresso cups or 16 stacked coffee cups.
pod: Making espresso coffee at home has never been easier with the launch of Lyons espresso pods.

Noun used with modifier

gourmet: We supply gourmet espresso coffee and fresh food 2U.
cup: Has a good water reservoir, 15 cup espresso coffee capacity and the anti drip device means it isn't too messy.

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