barista

noun

ba·​ris·​ta bə-ˈrē-stə How to pronounce barista (audio)
bä-ˈrē-stä
: a person who makes and serves coffee (such as espresso) to the public

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In addition, Starbucks plans to bring back condiment bars, a move aimed at reducing barista workload. Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024 Some baristas make dry cappuccinos that are very foamy, and some enjoy a cappuccino ratio with a thinner milk texture that's perfect for making latte (cappuccino) art. Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 8 Nov. 2024 The move comes from customers' pleas and with baristas in mind. Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 Though $1 per day is way cheaper than paying a barista at your local shop. Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for barista 

Word History

Etymology

Italian, person working behind a bar, from bar bar (from English) + - ista -ist entry 1

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of barista was in 1982

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“Barista.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/barista. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.

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