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.
MONSTRANCE
monstrance, ostensorium
(noun) (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration
demonstration, monstrance
(noun) proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
monstrance (plural monstrances)
An ornamental, often precious receptacle, either open or with a transparent cover, in which the sacramental bread is placed for veneration.
Synonyms
• ostensory
Anagrams
• necromants
Source: Wiktionary
Mon"strance, n. Etym: [LL. monstrantia, fr. L. monstrare to show: cf. OF. monstrance. See Monster.] (R. C. Ch.)
Definition: A transparent pyx, in which the consecrated host is exposed to view.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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DAZED
(adjective) in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock; “he had a dazed expression on his face”; “lay semiconscious, stunned (or stupefied) by the blow”; “was stupid from fatigue”
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