In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CONTRAPLEX
Etymology
Adjective
contraplex (not comparable)
(telegraphy) Of message signals, passing in opposite directions at the same time.
Synonyms
• diplex
Source: Wiktionary
Con"tra*plex, a. [Contra- + -plex as in duplex.] (Teleg.)
Definition: Pertaining to the sending of two messages in opposite directions at the same time.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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