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Definition of arabica
arabica
/əˈræb.ɪ.kə/
a · rab · i · ca
Plural:arabicas
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CEFR
B2
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
4
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• noun
1
The aromatic seeds (beans) of the Coffea arabica plant, or the beverage brewed from them, prized for a smooth, mildly acidic flavor and lower caffeine content compared to robusta.
Example
"The specialty roaster uses only 100 percent arabica for its espresso blend to ensure a smooth, sweet finish."
2
An evergreen shrub or small tree of the family Rubiaceae (Coffea arabica), native to the highlands of southwestern Ethiopia and southern Arabia, widely cultivated at high altitudes for its high-quality coffee beans.
Example
"Farmers on the volcanic slopes cultivate shade-grown arabica because the cool mountain climate suits the delicate shrubs."
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