TRICHIASES

Noun

trichiases

plural of trichiasis

Source: Wiktionary


TRICHIASIS

Tri*chi"a*sis, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Med.)

Definition: A disease of the eye, in which the eyelashes, being turned in upon the eyeball, produce constant irritation by the motion of the lids.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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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.

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