coffee maker

NOUN

coffee-making machine

Synonyms

WEAK

coffeepot drip coffeemaker

Example Sentences

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I put a big Mason jar in front of a coffee maker before I go to bed—I use that as a visual cue to delay coffee for an hour and drink water first.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

After a short night's sleep, users can order a double espresso with voice commands only, and the coffee maker will deliver.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

Pro tip: Bundle the coffee maker with Graffeo Coffee’s gift box, which includes three varieties of freshly roasted coffee beans: dark, light, and decaf.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025

I can’t adjust the noise cancellation mode on my Bose headphones except through a phone app; the same goes for my ultra-fancy automated pour-over coffee maker and self-heating coffee mug.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025

Tía is standing by the coffee maker as she reminds him.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina