In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PARTICIPIALLY
Etymology
Adverb
participially (not comparable)
(grammar) As a participle; in a participial manner.
Source: Wiktionary
Par`ti*cip"i*al*ly, adv.
Definition: In the sense or manner of a participle.
PARTICIPIAL
Par`ti*cip"i*al, a. Etym: [L. participialis: cf. E. participal. See Participle.]
Definition: Having, or partaking of, the nature and use of a participle; formed from a participle; as, a participial noun. Lowth.
Par`ti*cip"i*al, n.
Definition: A participial word.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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