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Biringuccio, Vannocio

(Encyclopedia) Biringuccio, VannocioBiringuccio, Vannociovän-nôˈchō bērēn-g&oomacr;tˈchō [key], 1480–c.1539, Italian metallurgist. He is best known for his practical manual of metallurgy, De la…

Brewer's: Counter-caster

One who keeps accounts, or casts up accounts by counters. Thus, in The Winter's Tale, the Clown says, “Fifteen hundred shorn; what comes the wool to? I cannot do't without counters.” (Act…

Notable Summer Olympians, A-Z

Abebe Bikila Related Links All-Time Leading Medal Winners Quiz: Memorable Ceremonies Olympics Timeline Summer Olympics Through The Years A-D | E-J | K-P | R-Z Agassi, Andre, Tennis Ali,…

Brewer's: Countercheck Quarrelsome

(The). Sir, how dare you utter such a falsehood? Sir, you know that it is not true. This is the third remove from the lie direct; or rather, the lie direct in the third degree. The…

Brewer's: Countenance

(To). To sanction, to support. Approval or disapproval is shown by the countenance. The Scripture speaks of “the light of God's countenance,” i.e. the smile of approbation, and to “hide…

"Harry Potter" Patronus Quiz

Welcome, witches, wizards, and muggles alike! Prepare yourself for a magical journey into the world of Harry Potter Patronuses. This enchanting quiz will test your knowledge of the Patronus Charm, a…

Weather: How Do I Become a Meteorologist?

How Do I Become a Meteorologist?WeatherMaking a Career Out of ItWhat Would I Do?How Much Will I Earn?How Do I Become a Meteorologist?Will I Find a Job? All of us can become weather-wise. Regardless…

Brewer's: Gloucester

(2 syl.). The ancient Britons called the town Caer Glou (bright city). The Romans Latinised Glou or Glove in Glev-um, and added colonia (the Roman colony of Glev-um). The Saxons restored…