In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CONCAVOCONVEX
Con*ca`vo-con"vex, a.
1. Concave on one side and convex on the other, as an eggshell or a crescent.
2. (Optics)
Definition: Specifically, having such a combination of concave and convex sides as makes the focal axis the shortest line between them. See Illust. under Lens.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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