The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
EXIMIOUSLY
Etymology
Adverb
eximiously (comparative more eximiously, superlative most eximiously)
In an eximious way; with distinction, outstandingly.
Source: Wiktionary
EXIMIOUS
Ex*im"ious a. Etym: [L. eximius taken out, i. e. select, fr. eximere to take out. See Exempt.]
Definition: Select; choice; hence, extraordinary, excellent. [Obs.] The eximious and arcane science of physic. Fuller.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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