In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ENCOMIAST
Etymology
Noun
encomiast (plural encomiasts)
A person who delivers an encomium or eulogy.
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• Maconites, actinomes, coinmates, noematics
Source: Wiktionary
En*co"mi*ast, n. Etym: [Gr. encomiaste. See Encomium.]
Definition: One who praises; a panegyrist. Locke.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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AUDACIOUS
(adjective) invulnerable to fear or intimidation; “audacious explorers”; “fearless reporters and photographers”; “intrepid pioneers”
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