The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
JESUITISM
Jesuitism, Jesuitry
(noun) the theology or the practices of the Jesuits (often considered to be casuistic)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
Jesuitism (countable and uncountable, plural Jesuitisms)
(Christianity) The principles and practices of the Jesuits.
(derogatory) Cunning; deceit; subtle argument.
Source: Wiktionary
Jes"u*it*ism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. jésuitisme.]
1. The principles and practices of the Jesuits.
2. Cunning; deceit; deceptive practices to effect a purpose; subtle argument; -- an opprobrious use of the word.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the entire range of human knowledge or with some particular specialty
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