vesuvianite, vesuvian, idocrase
(noun) a green or yellow or brown mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate; it occurs as crystals in limestone and is used a gemstone
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Vesuvian (comparative more Vesuvian, superlative most Vesuvian)
Of or relating to Mount Vesuvius.
Vesuvian (plural Vesuvians)
One who inhabits the area around Mount Vesuvius.
(dated) A kind of match or fusee for lighting cigars.
Source: Wiktionary
Ve*su"vi*an, a. Etym: [Cf. F. Vésuvien, It. Vesuviano.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to Vesuvius, a volcano near Naples.
Ve*su"vi*an, n. Etym: [G. vesuvian. See Vesuvian, a.] (Min.)
Definition: Vesuvianite.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
3 May 2024
(verb) practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive; “Don’t twist my words”
Decaffeinated coffee is not caffeine-free. Studies from the National Institute of Health (US) have shown that virtually all decaf coffee types contain caffeine. A 236-ml (8-oz) cup of decaf coffee contains up to 7 mg of caffeine, whereas a regular cup provided 70-140 mg.
