FOOTPRINTS

The figure-eight shaped curve referred commonly by the name "infinity symbol" can also be called as a lemniscate .  

The hashtag (pound sign) has a much more official-sounding name, octothorpe . "Octo" refers to the eight points, while the origin of "thorpe" is still up for debate.  

The division sign that we use is technically called an obelus .  

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 only half dose of it.

The stringy bits on a banana are called Phloem Bundles .

The small round knob that you use to set time on your watch is called a Crown .

The loop on the back of your shirt is called Locker Loop . This is used to hang your shirt to prevent wrinkles.  

The plastic thing at the end of the shoelace is called Aglets .  

The divot on the bottom of a wine bottle is called Punt . It's meant to keep the bottle upright.  

The metal cover between the pencil and the eraser is called Ferrule .  

The tiny little pads that let your eyeglasses rest on your nose are called Nose Pads .  

Did you know? The largest Hindu temple in the world is not in India but is Angkor Wat located in Cambodia.  

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 lightings. Hence, it is also called Deepavali, which literally translates to a row of lights. According to the Hindu Calendar, it is celebrated on the Amavasya Tithi of Kartik Month. On this day, people come together to celebrate light, life and goodness. It is a festival that symbolizes love, togetherness, happiness, joy, and enthusiasm. People visit each other’s houses to exchange sweets and gifts.  

The first known mention of Trick-or-Treating occurred in 1927.  

Nearly 600 Million pounds of candy is purchased for Halloween each year in the United States.

Halloween has its roots in the Gaelic festival, Samhain which when translated means "End of Summer".