In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ASIPHONATE
A*si"phon*ate, a. (Zoöl.)
Definition: Destitute of a siphon or breathing tube; -- said of many bivalve shells.
– n.
Definition: An asiphonate mollusk.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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