In 1882 Edison helped form the Edison Electric Illuminating Company of New York, which brought electric light to parts of Manhattan. But progress was slow. Most Americans still lit their homes with gas light and candles for another fifty years. Only in 1925 did half of all homes in the U.S. have electric power.
â¢ PIPAL (noun). The noun PIPAL has 1 sense: 1. fig tree of India noted for great size and longevity; lacks the prop roots of the banyan; regarded as sacred by Buddhists. Familiarity information: PIPAL used as a noun is very rare.ig tree of India noted for great size and longevity; lacks the prop roots of the banyan; regarded as sacred by Buddhists.
A cordial is concentrated fruit-based syrup. In the undiluted state the syrup is very sweet, so it is designed to be mixed with predominantly with water (for example tap water, bottled water or soda water).ordials are popular throughout Australia, and come in a variety of flavours, including orange, lemon, blackcurrant, and lime, but vary according to the market in which they are sold. Cordials may or may not contain juice and/or sugar. Like any beverage, cordials should be used in moderation as part of a balanced diet.