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.
DRAUGHTPROOF
Etymology
Adjective
draughtproof (comparative more draughtproof, superlative most draughtproof) (British spelling)
That prevents the access of draughts.
Verb
draughtproof (third-person singular simple present draughtproofs, present participle draughtproofing, simple past and past participle draughtproofed)
To seal an opening, so as to prevent the access of draughts.
Source: Wiktionary
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16 April 2025
RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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