java
|ja-va|
B1
/ˈdʒɑːvə/
coffee or programming language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'java' originates from the name of the Indonesian island 'Java', known for its coffee production.
Historical Evolution
'java' was used to refer to coffee from the island of Java and eventually became a general term for coffee.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to coffee from Java, but now it is used more broadly to mean coffee.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of coffee originating from the Indonesian island of Java.
I love starting my day with a cup of strong java.
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Noun 2
a programming language used for building applications.
Java is widely used for developing mobile applications.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39