In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
QUADRENNIALLY
Etymology
Adverb
quadrennially (not comparable)
Every four years.
Source: Wiktionary
Quad*ren"ni*al*ly, adv.
Definition: Once in four years.
QUADRENNIAL
Quad*ren"ni*al, a. Etym: [L. quadriennium a space of four years; quattuor four + annus year; cf. L. quadriennis. See Quadrate, and Annual.]
1. Comprising four years; as, a quadrennial period.
2. Occurring once in four years, or at the end of every four years; as, quadrennial games.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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