In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ALIENIST
alienist
(noun) a psychiatrist and specialist in the legal aspects of mental illness
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
alienist (plural alienists)
(dated) An expert in mental illness, especially with reference to legal ramifications.
(dated) A psychiatrist or psychologist.
Anagrams
• Latinise, Taliesin, anilites, litanies
Source: Wiktionary
Al"ien*ist, n. Etym: [F. aliéniste.]
Definition: One who treats diseases of the mind. Ed. Rev.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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