Definition

A type of coffee bean that grows alone in the coffee cherry, resulting in a rounder shape compared to regular beans that grow in pairs.

Example

The peaberry coffee has a unique flavor that many coffee enthusiasts love.

Conversation

Have you ever tried coffee made from peaberry beans?

No, I haven't! What's special about them?

They’re supposed to have a richer flavor because they grow alone in the cherry.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to give peaberry coffee a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Peaberry is formed from "pea" (from Old English *pise*, meaning a small round seed) and "berry" (from Old English *berie*, meaning a small fruit). The word refers to a type of coffee bean that is round like a small fruit or seed, specifically a coffee cherry that contains only one seed instead of the usual two.

Memory Tip

Think of a small round seed ('pea') that is like a small fruit ('berry') — that's why peaberry refers to a unique coffee bean that is round.

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