In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MOLLYMAWK
albatross, mollymawk
(noun) large web-footed birds of the southern hemisphere having long narrow wings; noted for powerful gliding flight
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
mollymawk (plural mollymawks)
Any of a group of medium- to large-sized albatrosses in the genus Thalassarche.
Any of the similar, related sooty albatross (Phoebetria).
Synonyms
• mallemuck (obsolete)
Source: Wiktionary
Mol"ly-mawk`, n. (Zoöl.)
Definition: See Mollemoke.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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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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