In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DAUGHTERLY
daughterly
(adjective) befitting a daughter; “daughterly affection”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
daughterly (comparative more daughterly, superlative most daughterly)
Relating to or characteristic of a daughter.
Source: Wiktionary
Daugh"ter*ly, a.
Definition: Becoming a daughter; filial. Sir Thomas liked her natural and dear daughterly affection towards him. Cavendish.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COVERT
(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”
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