The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
MONKISH
monkish
(adjective) befitting a monk; inclined to self-denial
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
monkish
Pertaining to, or resembling a monk or monasticism.
Tending to self-denial; ascetic.
Source: Wiktionary
Monk"ish, a.
Definition: Like a monk, or pertaining to monks; monastic; as, monkish manners; monkish dress; monkish solitude.
– Monk"ish*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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