In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CANTHUS
canthus
(noun) either of the corners of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
canthus (plural canthi)
(anatomy) Either corner of the eye, where the eyelids meet.
Anagrams
• chaunts, staunch
Source: Wiktionary
Can"thus, n.; pl. Canthi. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Anat.)
Definition: The corner where the upper and under eyelids meet on each side of the eye.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COVERT
(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”
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