In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PORTLIER
PORTLY
portly, stout
(adjective) euphemisms for āfatā; āmen are portly and women are stoutā
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Adjective
portlier
comparative form of portly
Source: Wiktionary
PORTLY
Port"ly, a. Etym: [From Port demeanor.]
1. Having a dignified port or mien; of a noble appearance; imposing.
2. Bulky; corpulent. "A portly personage." Dickens.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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