In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OBEISANTLY
Etymology
Adverb
obeisantly (comparative more obeisantly, superlative most obeisantly)
In an obeisant manner.
Source: Wiktionary
OBEISANT
O*bei"sant, a. Etym: [F. obéissant, p.pr. of obéir to obey.]
Definition: Ready to obey; reverent; differential; also, servilely submissive.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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