Decaffeinated

/diːˈkæfɪˌneɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having had the caffeine removed; (of a drink) containing little or no caffeine.

Etymology

Past participle of 'decaffeinate,' used as an adjective to describe beverages that have undergone caffeine removal through chemical or water extraction processes.

Kelly Says

Decaffeinated drinks are a multi-billion-dollar industry, but here's the thing: even 'decaf' coffee still contains some caffeine—about 2-12 mg per cup compared to 95-200 mg in regular coffee, so it's never truly 'caf-free.'

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