In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TALLOWISH
Etymology
Adjective
tallowish (comparative more tallowish, superlative most tallowish)
Having the qualities of tallow.
Source: Wiktionary
Tal"low*ish, a.
Definition: Having the qualities of tallow.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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