DELACRYMATION

De*lac`ry*ma"tion, n. Etym: [L. delacrimatio, fr. delacrimare to weep. See Lachrymation.]

Definition: An involuntary discharge of watery humors from the eyes; wateriness of the eyes. [Obs.] Bailey.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

8 April 2025

COAXING

(adjective) pleasingly persuasive or intended to persuade; “a coaxing and obsequious voice”; “her manner is quiet and ingratiatory and a little too agreeable”


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Coffee Trivia

International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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