In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CAUDALLY
caudally, caudal
(adverb) toward the posterior end of the body
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
caudally (not comparable)
In a caudal manner; with regard to a tail
Source: Wiktionary
CAUDAL
Cau"dal, a. Etym: [L. Cauda tail. Cf. Coward.]
Definition: Of the nature of, or pertaining to, a tail; having a tail-like appendage. The male widow-bird, remarkable for his caudal plumes. Darwin. Caudal fin (Zoöl.), the terminal fin (or "tail") of a fish.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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DISPERSION
(noun) the act of dispersing or diffusing something; “the dispersion of the troops”; “the diffusion of knowledge”
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