In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OVERJOY
overjoy
(verb) cause to feel extremely joyful or happy; “the economic growth overjoyed the German industry”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Verb
overjoy (third-person singular simple present overjoys, present participle overjoying, simple past and past participle overjoyed)
To give great joy, delight or pleasure to
Noun
overjoy
Very great joy; ecstasy.
Source: Wiktionary
O`ver*joy", v. t.
Definition: To make excessively joyful; to gratify extremely.
O"ver*joy`, n.
Definition: Excessive joy; transport.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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