In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SELFLESSLY
altruistically, selflessly
(adverb) in an altruistic manner; “he acted selflessly when he helped the old lady in distress”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
selflessly (comparative more selflessly, superlative most selflessly)
In a selfless manner; done in a way that disregards concerns for the self and places other first.
Source: Wiktionary
SELFLESS
Self"less, a.
Definition: Having no regard to self; unselfish. Lo now, what hearts have men! they never mount As high as woman in her selfless mood. Tennyson.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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