Obelus - The division sign that we use in mathematics
The division sign that we use is technically called an obelus .
Debossed line - The line on the tablets to break the tablet in half
The line on the tablets is called Debossed line . It is usually found in high dose tablets. It helps to break the tablet in half to consume ...
Phloem Bundles - The stringy bits on a banana
The stringy bits on a banana are called Phloem Bundles .
Crown(Watch Crown) - The small round knob that you use to set time on your watch
The small round knob that you use to set time on your watch is called a Crown .
Locker Loop - The loop on the back of your shirt.
The loop on the back of your shirt is called Locker Loop . This is used to hang your shirt to prevent wrinkles.
Aglets - The plastic thing at the end of the shoelace.
The plastic thing at the end of the shoelace is called Aglets .
Punt - The divot on the bottom of a wine bottle.
The divot on the bottom of a wine bottle is called Punt . It's meant to keep the bottle upright.
Ferrule - The metal cover between the pencil and the eraser
The metal cover between the pencil and the eraser is called Ferrule .
Nose pads - The tiny little pads on your eyeglasses that rest on your nose
The tiny little pads that let your eyeglasses rest on your nose are called Nose Pads .
Angkor Wat - the largest Hindu temple in the World
Did you know? The largest Hindu temple in the world is not in India but is Angkor Wat located in Cambodia.
Celebrating Diwali 2021: the festival of lights
Diwali is one of the biggest festivals in India. It is known as the festival of lights as people decorate their houses with Diyas and lighti...
Trick-or-Treat first occurred in 1927
The first known mention of Trick-or-Treating occurred in 1927.
600 Million pounds of candies are purchased for Halloween in the United States
Nearly 600 Million pounds of candy is purchased for Halloween each year in the United States.
Samhain (End of Summer) - the reason for the origin of Halloween
Halloween has its roots in the Gaelic festival, Samhain which when translated means "End of Summer".
Halloween - the second largest commercial holiday in the United States
Halloween is the second largest commercial holiday in the United States. It ranks second after Christmas
New York City throws the biggest Halloween parade in the United States
New York City throws the biggest Halloween parade in the United States.