In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
METABOLIC
metabolic, metabolous
(adjective) undergoing metamorphosis
metabolic
(adjective) of or relating to metabolism; “metabolic rate”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
metabolic (not comparable)
Of or pertaining to metamorphosis; pertaining to, or involving, change.
Of or pertaining to metabolism
Noun
metabolic (plural metabolics)
(informal) A nutritional supplement
Source: Wiktionary
Met`a*bol"ic, a. Etym: [Gr. Metabola.]
1. (Biol.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to metamorphosis; pertaining to, or involving, change.
2. (Physiol.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to metabolism; as, metabolic activity; metabolic force.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.; “he wanted to achieve power and prestige”
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