In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
AVICULAR
Adjective
avicular (not comparable)
Of or pertaining to a bird or to birds.
Synonym: avian
Source: Wiktionary
A*vic"u*lar, a. Etym: [L. avicula a small bird, dim. of avis bird.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to a bird or to birds.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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LEND
(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”
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