LOCKET

locket

(noun) a small ornamental case; usually contains a picture or a lock of hair and is worn on a necklace

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Proper noun

Locket

A surname.

Etymology

Noun

locket (plural lockets)

A pendant that opens to reveal a space used for storing a photograph or other small item.

(archaic) The upper metallic cap of a sword’s scabbard.

A small white marking on a cat's coat.

Source: Wiktionary


Lock"et, n. Etym: [F. loquet latch, dim. of OF. loc latch, lock; of German origin. See Lock a fastening.]

1. A small lock; a catch or spring to fasten a necklace or other ornament.

2. A little case for holding a miniature or lock of hair, usually suspended from a necklace or watch chain.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Coffee Trivia

Coffee dates back to the 9th century. Goat herders in Ethiopia noticed their goats seem to be “dancing” after eating berries from a particular shrub. They reported it to the local monastery, and a monk made a drink out of it. The monk found out he felt energized and kept him awake at night. That’s how the first coffee drink was born.

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