In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BIBASIC
Etymology
Adjective
bibasic (not comparable)
(chemistry) Having two replaceable hydrogen atoms; dibasic.
Source: Wiktionary
Bi*ba"sic, a. Etym: [Pref. bi- + basic.] (Chem.)
Definition: Having to hydrogen atoms which can be replaced by positive or basic atoms or radicals to form salts; -- said of acids. See Dibasic.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) (music) playing in a different key from the key intended; moving the pitch of a piece of music upwards or downwards
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