In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SWINISHLY
Etymology
Adverb
swinishly (comparative more swinishly, superlative most swinishly)
In a swinish manner.
Source: Wiktionary
SWINISH
Swin"ish, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to swine; befitting swine; like swine; hoggish; gross; beasty; as, a swinish drunkard or sot. "Swinish gluttony." Milton.
– Swin"ish*ly, adv.
– Swin"ish*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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