“Coffee, the favorite drink of the civilized world.” – Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States
CAPTATION
Cap*ta`tion, n. Etym: [L. captatio, fr. captare to catch, intens of caper to take: cf. F. captation.]
Definition: A courting of favor or applause, by flattery or address; a captivating quality; an attraction. [Obs.] Without any of those dresses, or popular captations, which some men use in their speeches. Eikon Basilike.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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