In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ALVEATED
Etymology
Adjective
alveated (comparative more alveated, superlative most alveated)
Formed or vaulted like a beehive.
Source: Wiktionary
Al"ve*a`ted, a. Etym: [L. alveatus hollowed out.]
Definition: Formed or vaulted like a beehive.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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