heliotropism
(noun) an orienting response to the sun
Source: WordNet® 3.1
heliotropism (countable and uncountable, plural heliotropisms)
The property of some plants of turning under the influence of light; either positively (towards the light) or negatively (away from the light)
Source: Wiktionary
He`li*ot"ro*pism, n. Etym: [Helio- + Gr. (Bot.)
Definition: The phenomenon of turning toward the light, seen in many leaves and flowers.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
22 April 2025
(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.
