Some 16th-century Italian clergymen tried to ban coffee because they believed it to be “satanic.” However, Pope Clement VII loved coffee so much that he lifted the ban and had coffee baptized in 1600.
PERSONNEL
force, personnel
(noun) group of people willing to obey orders; “a public force is necessary to give security to the rights of citizens”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
personnel (uncountable)
Employees; office staff.
Usage notes
• Not to be confused with personal.
Source: Wiktionary
Per`son`nel", n. Etym: [F. See Personal.]
Definition: The body of persons employed in some public service, as the army, navy, etc.; -- distinguished from matériel.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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SYCAMORE
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