In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
AMPHITHEATRIC
amphitheatric, amphitheatrical
(adjective) of or related to an amphitheater
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
amphitheatric (not comparable)
Of, pertaining to, exhibited in, or resembling an amphitheatre.
Anagrams
• amphitrichate
Source: Wiktionary
Am`phi*the*at"ric, Am`phi*the*at"ric*al, a. Etym: [L. amphitheatricus.]
Definition: Of, pertaining to, exhibited in, or resembling, an amphitheater.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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