In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
AUSCULTATOR
Noun
auscultator (plural auscultators)
One who practices auscultation.
An instrument for auscultation.
(historical) In Germany, one who had passed his first public examination in law, and who was merely retained, not yet employed or paid by government.
Source: Wiktionary
Aus"cul*ta`tor, n.
Definition: One who practices auscultation.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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