18.10.17

Trivia and Amazing Facts [18-10-17]

 
Trivia and Amazing Facts
  • The "pound" (#) key on your keyboard is called an octothorp
  • A pregnant goldfish is called a twit.
  • Shakespeare was the first to use certain words that are now common, including "hurry," "bump," "eyeball," and "anchovy."
  • The opposite of a "vacuum" is a "plenum."
  • The metal part of a lamp that surrounds the bulb and supports the shade is called a harp.