LAURENTIUS

Lawrence, Saint Lawrence, St. Lawrence, Laurentius

(noun) Roman martyr; supposedly Lawrence was ordered by the police to give up the church’s treasure and when he responded by presenting the poor people of Rome he was roasted to death on a gridiron (died in 258)

Source: WordNet® 3.1



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Word of the Day

23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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Coffee Trivia

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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