In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
COMMODIOUSLY
Etymology
Adverb
commodiously (comparative more commodiously, superlative most commodiously)
In a commodious manner.
Source: Wiktionary
Com*mo"di*ous*ly, adv.
Definition: In a commodious manner. To pass commodiously this life. Milton.
COMMODIOUS
Com*mo"di*ous, a. Etym: [LL. commodiosus, fr. L. commodum convenience, fr. commodus. See Commode.]
Definition: Adapted to its use or purpose, or to wants and necessities; serviceable; spacious and convenient; roomy and comfortable; as, a commodious house. "A commodious drab." Shak. "Commodious gold." Pope. The haven was not commodious to winter in. Acts. xxvii. 12.
Syn.
– Convenient; suitable; fit; proper; advantageous; serviceable; useful; spacious; comfortable.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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