The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
DOCTORAL
doctoral, doctorial
(adjective) of or relating to a doctor or doctorate; “doctoral dissertation”; “doctorial candidates”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Adjective
doctoral (not comparable)
Relating to a doctorate.
Pertaining to a medical doctor or physician.
Hyponyms
• postdoctoral
Source: Wiktionary
Doc"tor*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. doctoral.]
Definition: Of or relating to a doctor, or to the degree of doctor. Doctoral habit and square cap. Wood.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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POLYGENIC
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