In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CONCILIAR
Etymology
Adjective
conciliar (comparative more conciliar, superlative most conciliar)
Pertaining to a council, especially an ecclesiastical council.
Source: Wiktionary
Con*cil"i*ar, Con*cil"i*a*ry a. Etym: [Cf. F. conciliare.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to, or issued by, a council. Jer. Taylor.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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