In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
AGNATIC
agnate, agnatic, paternal
(adjective) related on the father’s side; “a paternal aunt”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
agnatic (comparative more agnatic, superlative most agnatic)
of the male bloodline; patrilineal
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• cantiga
Source: Wiktionary
Ag*nat"ic, a. Etym: [Cf. F. agnatique.]
Definition: Pertaining to descent by the male line of ancestors. "The agnatic succession." Blackstone.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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