In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ABUZZ
abuzz, buzzing
(adjective) noisy like the sound of a bee; “the room was abuzz over the latest scandal”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
abuzz (comparative more abuzz, superlative most abuzz)
(postpositive) Characterized by a high level of activity or gossip; in a buzz (“feeling or rush of energy or excitement”), buzzing.
Synonym: Thesaurus:active
Source: Wiktionary
A*buzz", a. Etym: [Pref. a- + buzz.]
Definition: In a buzz; buzzing. [Colloq.] Dickens.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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