The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
CHILDE
Etymology
Noun
childe
A child of noble birth.
The cognomen given to the oldest son prior to his taking his father's title.
Anagrams
• chelid, chield
Source: Wiktionary
Childe, n.
Definition: A cognomen formerly prefixed to his name by the oldest son, until he succeeded to his ancestral titles, or was knighted; as, Childe Roland.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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