vicariance (countable and uncountable, plural vicariances)
(biology) The separation of a group of organisms by a geographic barrier, resulting in differentiation of the original group into new varieties or species.
(geology) The geological event which produces such a barrier (volcano, earthquake, etc)
(psychology, colloquial) The act of experiencing an event by proxy through an empathic link with the person who is experiencing the event firsthand.
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4 July 2024
(noun) a diuretic (trade names Hygroton and Thalidone) used to control hypertension and conditions that cause edema; effective in lowering blood pressure to prevent heart attacks
Coffee dates back to the 9th century. Goat herders in Ethiopia noticed their goats seem to be “dancing” after eating berries from a particular shrub. They reported it to the local monastery, and a monk made a drink out of it. The monk found out he felt energized and kept him awake at night. That’s how the first coffee drink was born.
