caffe latte

noun caf·fe lat·te \ˈkä-(ˌ)fā-ˈlä-(ˌ)tā\

: a drink that is made by mixing a type of strong coffee (called espresso) with hot milk

Full Definition of CAFFE LATTE

: espresso mixed with hot or steamed milk

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Italian caffelatte, short for caffè e latte coffee and milk

First Known Use: 1927

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