In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
COCCYGEAL
coccygeal
(adjective) of or relating to or near the coccyx
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Adjective
coccygeal (not comparable)
Relating to the coccyx
Source: Wiktionary
Coc*cyg"e*al, a. (Anat.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to the coccyx; as, the coccygeal vertebræ. Coccygeal glands (Zoöl.) , glands situated at the base of the tail of birds. They secrete the oil with which the plumage is dressed.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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