In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DIASTATIC
Adjective
diastatic (not comparable)
(of a grain or malt) Having germinated, resulting in the presence of enzymes that convert starch into sugar.
Antonyms
• nondiastatic
Source: Wiktionary
Di`a*stat"ic, a. Etym: [Gr. Diastase.] (Physiol. Chem.)
Definition: Relating to diastase; having the properties of diastase; effecting the conversion of starch into sugar. The influence of acids and alkalies on the diastatic action of saliva. Lauder Brunton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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