In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CAMOUS
Ca"mous, Ca"moys, a. Etym: [F. camus (equiv. to camard) flat-nosed, fr. Celtic Cam croked + suff. -us; akin to L. camur, camurus, croked.]
Definition: Flat; depressed; crooked; -- said only of the nose. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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