HAWKSHAW

dick, gumshoe, hawkshaw

(noun) someone who is a detective

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

hawkshaw (plural hawkshaws)

(dated, 19th century) A detective.

Proper noun

Hawkshaw

A surname.

Source: Wiktionary



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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