protei
plural of proteus
• Epirot, Prieto, periot, porite
Source: Wiktionary
Pro"te*us, n. Etym: [L., Gr.
1. (Class. Myth.)
Definition: A sea god in the service of Neptune who assumed different shapes at will. Hence, one who easily changes his appearance or principles.
2. (Zoöl.) (a) A genus of aquatic eel-shaped amphibians found in caves in Austria. They have permanent external gills as well as lungs. The eyes are small and the legs are weak. (b) A changeable protozoan; an amoeba.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
16 June 2025
(noun) raspberry of China and Japan having pale pink flowers grown for ornament and for the small red acid fruits
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.
