In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HUFFILY
huffily
(adverb) in a huffy manner; “‘Don’t bother to call me back,’ he said huffily”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
huffily (comparative more huffily, superlative most huffily)
In a huffy manner.
Source: Wiktionary
HUFFY
Huff"y, a.
1. Puffed up; as, huffy bread.
2. Characterized by arrogance or petulance; easily offended.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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25 November 2024
ONCHOCERCIASIS
(noun) infestation with slender threadlike roundworms (filaria) deposited under the skin by the bite of black fleas; when the eyes are involved it can result in blindness; common in Africa and tropical America
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