In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
COMELILY
Etymology
Adverb
comelily (comparative more comelily, superlative most comelily)
In a comely manner; attractively.
a convenient place in which the church may conveniently, and comelily meet together, not a stable, or swine-stye
Source: Wiktionary
Come"li*ly, adv.
Definition: In a suitable or becoming manner. [R.] Sherwood.
COMELY
Come"ly, a. [Compar. Comelier; superl. Comeliest.] Etym: [OE. comeliche, AS. cymlic; cyme suitable (fr. cuman to come, become) + lic like.]
1. Pleasing or agreeable to the sight; well-proportioned; good- looking; handsome. He that is comely when old and decrepit, surely was very beautiful when he was young. South. Not once perceive their foul disfigurement But boast themselves more comely than before. Milton.
2. Suitable or becoming; proper; agreeable. This is a happier and more comely time Than when these fellows ran about the streets, Crying confusion. Shak. It is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. Ps. cxlvii. 1.
Come"ly, adv.
Definition: In a becoming manner. Ascham.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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