There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.
MINIMAL
minimal, minimum
(adjective) the least possible; āneeded to enforce minimal standardsā; āher grades were minimalā; āminimum wageā; āa minimal charge for the serviceā
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
minimal (comparative more minimal, superlative most minimal)
The smallest possible amount, quantity, or degree.
(arts) characterised by the use of simple form or structures.
(music) characterised by the repetition and gradual alteration of short phrases.
Synonyms
• min.
• minimum
Antonyms
• maximal
Source: Wiktionary
Min"i*mal, a.
Definition: Of, pertaining to, or having a character of, a minim or minimum; least; smallest; as, a minimal amount or value.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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