There are more than 50 countries that export coffee. They are near the equator, where the climate is conducive to producing coffee beans.
VINCULUM
Etymology
Noun
vinculum (plural vincula or vinculums)
A bond or link signifying union.
(arithmetic, obsolete) Any symbol used to group some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation should be done before other parts.
(arithmetic) A horizontal line over the top of some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation is to be done before other parts.
(arithmetic) Specifically, the horizontal line between the numerator and denominator in a fraction.
(anatomy) A ligament that limits the movement of an organ or part.
Synonyms
• (ligament): mesotendon
Source: Wiktionary
Vin"cu*lum, n.; pl. L. Vincula, E. Vinculums. Etym: [L., from vincire, vinctum, to bind.]
1. A bond of union; a tie.
2. (Math.)
Definition: A straight, horizontal mark placed over two or more members of a compound quantity, which are to be subjected to the same operation, as in the expression x2 + y2 - x + y.
3. (Anat.)
Definition: A band or bundle of fibers; a frænum.
4. (Zoöl.)
Definition: A commissure uniting the two main tendons in the foot of certain birds.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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