ORVIETAN

Or`vi*e"tan, n. Etym: [F. orviétan: cf. It. orvietano. So called because invented at Orvieto, in Italy.]

Definition: A kind of antidote for poisons; a counter poison formerly in vogue. [Obs.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

1 March 2025

AROMATIC

(adjective) (chemistry) of or relating to or containing one or more benzene rings; “an aromatic organic compound”


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Coffee Trivia

International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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