The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
OCTENNIAL
Etymology
Adjective
octennial (not comparable)
Occurring every eight years.
Lasting or taking eight years.
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Source: Wiktionary
Oc*ten"ni*al, a. Etym: [L. octennium a period of eight years; octo eight + annus year.]
Definition: Happening every eighth year; also, lasting a period of eight years. Johnson.
– Oc*ten"ni*al*ly, adv.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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