“Coffee, the favorite drink of the civilized world.” – Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States
PENTASTYLE
Etymology
Noun
pentastyle (plural pentastyles)
(architecture) A portico with five columns.
Source: Wiktionary
Pen"ta*style, a. Etym: [Penta- + Gr. (Arch.)
Definition: Having five columns in front; -- said of a temple or portico in classical architecture.
– n.
Definition: A portico having five columns.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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