In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CARVIST
Car"vist, n. Etym: [A corruption of carry fist.] (Falconary)
Definition: A hawk which is of proper age and training to be carried on the hand; a hawk in its first year. Booth.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) small asexual fruiting body resembling a cushion or blister consisting of a mat of hyphae that is produced on a host by some fungi
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