In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
WELCOMER
greeter, saluter, welcomer
(noun) a person who greets; “the newcomers were met by smiling greeters”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology 1
Noun
welcomer (plural welcomers)
Something which or someone who welcomes people, especially newcomers.
Something or someone that greets or is present for the arrival of something.
Etymology 2
Adjective
welcomer
comparative form of welcome
Source: Wiktionary
Wel"com*er, n.
Definition: One who welcomes; one who salutes, or receives kindly, a newcomer. Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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