Coffee has initially been a food – chewed, not sipped. Early African tribes consume coffee by grinding the berries together, adding some animal fat, and rolling the treats into tiny edible energy balls.
ARENA
arena, scene of action
(noun) a playing field where sports events take place
stadium, bowl, arena, sports stadium
(noun) a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments
arena
(noun) the central area of an ancient Roman amphitheater where contests and spectacles were held; especially an area that was strewn with sand
sphere, domain, area, orbit, field, arena
(noun) a particular environment or walk of life; “his social sphere is limited”; “it was a closed area of employment”; “he’s out of my orbit”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
arena (plural arenas or arenae or arenæ)
An enclosed area, often outdoor, for the presentation of sporting events (sports arena) or other spectacular events; earthen area, often oval, specifically for rodeos (North America) or circular area for bullfights (especially Hispanic America).
The building housing such an area; specifically, a very large, often round building, often topped with a dome, designated for indoor sporting or other major events, such as concerts.
(historical) The sand-covered centre of an amphitheatre where contests were held in Ancient Rome.
A realm in which events take place; an area of interest, study, behaviour, etc.
Anagrams
• Aaren, Arean, Arnea, anear
Source: Wiktionary
A*re"na, n.; pl. E. Arenas; L. Arenæ. Etym: [L. arena, harena, sand, a sandy place.]
1. (Rom. Antiq.)
Definition: The area in the central part of an amphitheater, in which the gladiators fought and other shows were exhibited; -- so called because it was covered with sand.
2. Any place of public contest or exertion; any sphere of action; as, the arenaof debate; the arena of life.
3. (Med.)
Definition: "Sand" or "gravel" in the kidneys.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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