Meaning & use
latte
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A coffee drink made with espresso and a larger proportion of steamed milk, usually topped with a light layer of foam.
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She ordered a large latte to go on her way to work.
The café is known for its intricate latte art.
A note on using this word
Borrowed from Italian, where 'caffè latte' literally means 'milk coffee'; in English, 'latte' alone is understood to mean the coffee drink.
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