In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GLUTTONISH
Etymology
Adjective
gluttonish (comparative more gluttonish, superlative most gluttonish)
gluttonous
Source: Wiktionary
Glut"ton*ish, a.
Definition: Gluttonous; greedy. Sir P. Sidney.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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