The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
TERAPHIM
Etymology
Noun
teraphim (plural teraphims)
An idol or other image of reverence and divination among the ancient Hebrews; apparently especially a kind of household god.
Source: Wiktionary
Ter"a*phim, n. pl. Etym: [Heb. teraphim.]
Definition: Images connected with the magical rites used by those Israelites who added corrupt practices to the patriarchal religion. Teraphim were consulted by the Israelites for oracular answers. Dr. W. Smith (Bib. Dict.).
TERAPH
Ter"aph, n.; pl. Teraphs (.
Definition: See Teraphim.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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