Raw coffee beans, soaked in water and spices, are chewed like candy in many parts of Africa.
STUDIOUSLY
studiously
(adverb) in a studious manner; “she examined the data studiously”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
studiously (comparative more studiously, superlative most studiously)
In a studious manner.
Source: Wiktionary
STUDIOUS
Stu"di*ous, a. Etym: [L. studious: cf. F. studieux. See Study.]
1. Given to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books; as, a studious scholar.
2. Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative. Locke.
3. Earnest in endeavors; aiming sedulously; attentive; observant; diligent; -- usually followed by an infinitive or by of; as, be studious to please; studious to find new friends and allies. You that are so studious Of my affairs, wholly neglect your own. Massinger.
4. Planned with study; deliberate; studied. For the frigid villainy of studious lewdness, . . . with apology can be invented Rambler.
5. Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation; as, the studious shade. [Poetic] But let my due feet never fail To walk the studious cloister's pale. Milton.
– Stu"di*ous*ly, adv.
– Stu"di*ous*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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