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demitasse

/ˈdɛm.i.tæs/
dem · i · tasse
Plural:demitasses
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• noun

1

A very small cup, typically holding about two to three fluid ounces, used for serving strong black coffee or espresso after a meal.

Example

"The waiter set a porcelain demitasse and a tiny silver spoon beside her dessert plate."

2

A small serving of strong black coffee or espresso served in such a cup, especially at the conclusion of dinner.

Example

"After finishing the main course, the guests retired to the parlor for a demitasse and conversation."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-19th century from French demi-tasse, literally meaning 'half-cup', from demi- ('half', from Latin dimidius) and tasse ('cup', ultimately from Arabic tasa).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Demitasse. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/demitasse
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