“Coffee, the favorite drink of the civilized world.” – Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States
PHLORETIN
Phlor"e*tin, n. Etym: [From Phlorizin.] (Chem.)
Definition: A bitter white crystalline substance obtained by the decomposition of phlorizin, and formerly used to some extent as a substitute for quinine.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THOUGHTFULLY
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
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