In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ANODON
An"o*don, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Zoöl.)
Definition: A genus of fresh-water bivalves, having to teeth at the hinge. [Written also Anodonta.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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