Coffee has initially been a food – chewed, not sipped. Early African tribes consume coffee by grinding the berries together, adding some animal fat, and rolling the treats into tiny edible energy balls.
BONHOMIE
affability, affableness, amiability, amiableness, bonhomie, geniality
(noun) a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
bonhomie (usually uncountable, plural bonhomies)
A pleasant, friendly, good-natured manner; an affable and approachable disposition; good-heartedness.
Friendly atmosphere; an atmosphere of good cheer.
A cheerful remark.
Synonyms
(friendliness)
• friendliness, geniality, affability
• See also affectionate
(good cheer)
• conviviality, warmth
Source: Wiktionary
Bon`ho*mie", Bon`hom*mie" (, n. Etym: [F.]
Definition: good nature; pleasant and easy manner.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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GLASSY
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