In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
pulpy, squashy
(adjective) like a pulp or overripe; not having stiffness
Source: WordNet® 3.1
pulpy (comparative pulpier, superlative pulpiest)
Having the characteristics of pulp
Having the characteristics of pulp fiction; thus, having a garish focus on sex and violence
Source: Wiktionary
Pulp"y, n.
Definition: Like pulp; consisting of pulp; soft; fleshy; succulent; as, the pulpy covering of a nut; the pulpy substance of a peach or a cherry.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
28 May 2025
(noun) a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; “an air of mystery”; “the house had a neglected air”; “an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate’s headquarters”; “the place had an aura of romance”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.