WEATHERBIT

Weath"er-bit`, n. (Naut.)

Definition: A turn of the cable about the end of the windlass, without the bits.

Weath"er*bit`, v. t. (Naut.)

Definition: To take another turn with, as a cable around a windlass. Totten.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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HERRING

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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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