The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
RICIN
ricin, ricin toxin
(noun) a toxic protein extracted from castor beans; used as a chemical reagent; can be used as a bioweapon; “one milligram of ricin can kill an adult”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
ricin (uncountable)
(protein, poison) An extremely toxic protein extracted from the castor bean.
Source: Wiktionary
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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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