In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CEROTIC
Etymology
Adjective
cerotic (not comparable)
Of or pertaining to cerotic acid or its derivatives
Anagrams
• orectic
Source: Wiktionary
Ce*rot"ic, a. Etym: [See Cerotene.] (Chem.)
Definition: Pertaining to, or derived from, beeswax or Chinese wax; as, cerotic acid or alcohol.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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