In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DOVISH
pacifistic, pacifist(a), dovish
(adjective) opposed to war
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
dovish (comparative more dovish, superlative most dovish)
Pertaining to a dove; dove-like.
(figurative) Peaceful, conciliatory.
Antonym: hawkish
Disfavoring increasing interest rates; inclined against increasing interest rates.
Antonym: hawkish
Source: Wiktionary
Dov"ish, a.
Definition: Like a dove; harmless; innocent. "Joined with dovish simplicity." Latimer.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(adjective) being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the west when facing north; “my left hand”; “left center field”; “the left bank of a river is bank on your left side when you are facing downstream”
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