HANKEYPANKEY

Han"key-pan"key, n. Etym: [Cf. Hocus-pocus.]

Definition: Professional cant; the chatter of conjurers to divert attention from their tricks; hence, jugglery. [Colloq.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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HYDRAULIC

(adjective) moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil); “hydraulic erosion”; “hydraulic brakes”


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Coffee Trivia

There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.

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