Definition

A device that makes coffee by heating water and passing it through ground coffee beans.

Example

I bought a new coffeemaker that brews coffee in just five minutes.

Conversation

Have you seen my new coffeemaker?

No, I haven't! How does it work?

It's super easy — you just add water and coffee grounds.

That sounds great! I could definitely use a new coffeemaker.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coffeemaker is formed from "coffee" (from the Arabic *qahwa*, meaning a type of beverage made from roasted coffee beans) and "maker" (from Old English *macian*, meaning to make or create). The word "coffeemaker" refers to a device that makes or brews coffee.

Memory Tip

Think of a device that 'makes' ('maker') a special 'beverage' ('coffee') — that's what a coffeemaker does.

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