expresso
/ɪkˈspresoʊ/
noun
- A common misspelling of 'espresso,' a strong coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee beans.
- The menu listed 'expresso,' but the barista knew they meant espresso.
- She asked for an expresso, and the waiter politely corrected her pronunciation.
- Many people mistakenly order an expresso when they want a small, strong coffee.