In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ALEXIPHARMIC
Etymology
Noun
alexipharmic (plural alexipharmics)
An antidote to poison.
Adjective
alexipharmic (comparative more alexipharmic, superlative most alexipharmic)
Acting against poison.
Source: Wiktionary
A*lex`i*phar"mic, n. (Med.)
Definition: An antidote against poison or infection; a counterpoison.
A*lex`i*phar"mic, A*lex`i*phar"mic*al, a. Etym: [Gr. alexipharmaque.] (Med.)
Definition: Expelling or counteracting poison; antidotal.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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