microfoam en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈmʌɪkɹə(ʊ)fəʊm/ (UK)
Etymology
From micro- + foam.
Meanings
-
(countable, uncountable) Foam consisting of very small bubbles, specifically as an element in the steamed milk used to make certain types of latte coffee.
When a barista steams the milk for a cappuccino, microfoam is created by introducing very tiny bubbles of air into the milk, giving the milk a velvety texture and sweetness.
2009, Roseane Santos, An Unashamed Defence of Coffee, page 188:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| microfoams | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (2)
fi mikrovaahto (Translations) · fr micro-mousse (Translations)