QUOTUM

Etymology

Noun

quotum (plural quota or quotums)

A part or proportion; a fraction; quota.

Source: Wiktionary


Quo"tum n. Etym: [NL., fr. L. quotus of what number. See Quota.]

Definition: Part or proportion; quota. [R.] "A very small quotum." Max MĂĽller.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.

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