The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
CHACK
Etymology 1
Verb
chack (third-person singular simple present chacks, present participle chacking, simple past and past participle chacked)
To toss up the head frequently, as a horse to avoid the restraint of the bridle.
Etymology 2
Verb
chack (third-person singular simple present chacks, present participle chacking, simple past and past participle chacked)
(ice-skating) To not broadcast a medal-winning or otherwise memorable or crucial figure skating performance. This only occurs in a live broadcast because the network has to decide which programs to show and which to cut in the interest of time. If a skater is low in the rankings and several big names are set to skate later, that performance may be cut.
Etymology 3
Imitative.
Verb
chack (third-person singular simple present chacks, present participle chacking, simple past and past participle chacked)
Of birds: to make a sudden harsh call.
Etymology 4
Noun
chack (plural chacks)
A snack or light hasty meal.
Source: Wiktionary
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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