In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PENTAGONALLY
Etymology
Adverb
pentagonally (not comparable)
In the form of a pentagon; with five angles.
Source: Wiktionary
Pen*tag"o*nal*ly, adv.
Definition: In the form of a pentagon; with five angles. Sir T. Browne.
PENTAGONAL
Pen*tag"o*nal, a. Etym: [Cf. F. pentagonal, pentagone, L. pentagonus, pentagonius, Gr.
Definition: Having five corners or angles. Pentagonal dodecahedron. See Dodecahedron, and Pyritohedron.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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ACRIMONIOUS
(adjective) marked by strong resentment or cynicism; āan acrimonious disputeā; ābitter about the divorceā
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