In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
AMPHITHEATRAL
Etymology
Adjective
amphitheatral (comparative more amphitheatral, superlative most amphitheatral)
Alternative form of amphitheatrical
Source: Wiktionary
Am`phi*the"a*tral, a. Etym: [L. amphitheatralis: cf. F. amphithé\'83tral.]
Definition: Amphitheatrical; resembling an amphitheater.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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