The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
ORTHOEPICALLY
Etymology
Adverb
orthoepically (not comparable)
In an orthoepical manner: pronounced correctly or in accordance with standard usage.
Source: Wiktionary
ORTHOEPIC
Or`tho*ëp"ic, Or`tho*ëp"ic*al, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to orthoëpy, or correct pronunciation.
– Or`tho*ëp"ic*al*ly, adv.
ORTHOEPICAL
Or`tho*ëp"ic, Or`tho*ëp"ic*al, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to orthoëpy, or correct pronunciation.
– Or`tho*ëp"ic*al*ly, adv.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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