Meaning of long black | Babel Free

Definitions

A regular-sized cup of espresso coffee without milk, being a diluted version of a short black.

Australia, New-Zealand

Examples

“Up the hill towards the park⟳ was the coffee shop⟳ where she and Mandy had met, and where Hugh had come⟳ daily for his long blacks.”

“Once you have⟳ had your fill⟳ of nightlife, overdosed on cafe lattes or long blacks, seen a show⟳ or even cheered on a footy team, it's time to leave⟳ the city lights behind and experience⟳ Victoria′s wild side.”

“Down two long blacks and you′ll visit⟳ the ladies′ room often enough to earn⟳ a VIP pass⟳, but, despite its speedy exit, the liquid in your favourite morning caffeine boost⟳ still counts towards your hydration goal.”

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