In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
EPANTHOUS
Ep*an"thous, a. Etym: [Pref. ep- + Gr. (Bot.)
Definition: Growing upon flowers; -- said of certain species of fungi.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) (music) playing in a different key from the key intended; moving the pitch of a piece of music upwards or downwards
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