Where did the term galoshes come from? The word comes through French (galoche) and Latin from Greek and originally meant a shoemaker’s last; literally “wood” + “foot”. By the 14th century it had been transferred to English style clogs, that is those with a wooden sole and fabric (e.g. leather) upper. What is the difference […]
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Where do the Swedish Royal Family live?
Where do the Swedish Royal Family live? Royal Palace of Stockholm Royal palaces in Sweden | Visit Sweden. The Royal Palace of Stockholm is His Majesty The King’s official residence and is also the setting for most of the monarchy’s official receptions. The palace is a daily place of work for The King and Queen […]
Why do we celebrate Republic Day in India?
Why do we celebrate Republic Day in India? The Constitution of India, which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, came into effect on January 26, 1950. While India’s Independence Day celebrates its freedom from British Rule, the Republic Day celebrates the coming into force of its constitution. Why India is called […]
What is a airsoft battle?
What is a airsoft battle? Airsoft is a military simulation sport where players participate in mock combat with authentic military-style weapons and tactics. Unlike paintball, airsoft uses 6mm round BBs made of hard plastic. The guns used are full scale replicas of real world weapons. They also shoot a lower velocity than gas or AEG […]
Does Toyota have a system like OnStar?
Does Toyota have a system like OnStar? Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics system introduced by Toyota Motor Corporation in 2009 for its Toyota-branded and Lexus models. Unlike the earlier Lexus Link service offered on Lexus models, the Safety Connect system is proprietary and not licensed from GM’s OnStar service. What is Toyota version of […]
Can I listen to local radio on my iPhone?
Can I listen to local radio on my iPhone? You can play thousands of broadcast radio stations on iPhone. Choose a station in the Radio tab: Tap Radio, swipe up, then choose a station below the Local Broadcasters or International Broadcasters heading. … Can I tune into FM radio on my iPhone? Unlike some Android […]
What is a restriction on land Kenya?
What is a restriction on land Kenya? “……the purpose of a restriction is aimed essentially at stemming fraud or improper dealings over land. The Land Registrar may also place a restriction where there is other sufficient cause. Restrictions are to endure for a particular time or until the occurrence of an event, or the making […]
What are non asc11 characters?
What are non asc11 characters? Non-ASCII Glyphs on the Web Description Name Numeric no-break space = non-breaking space   inverted exclamation mark ¡ ¡ cent sign ¢ ¢ pound sign £ £ Which character set is 7-bit? ASCII The ASCII character set is a 7-bit set of codes that allows 128 different characters. That […]
What is the best school in the East Midlands?
What is the best school in the East Midlands? The top state secondary schools in the East Midlands Caistor Grammar School. Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School, Grantham. Bourne Grammar School. Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar, Alford. The King’s School, Grantham. Spalding High School. Spalding Grammar School. The Becket School, Nottingham. What are the best sixth forms? The […]