In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
EUPHONIAD
Eu*pho"ni*ad, n. Etym: [See Euphony.] (Mus.)
Definition: An instrument in which are combined the characteristic tones of the organ and various other instruments. [R.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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AMATORY
(adjective) expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance; “her amatory affairs”; “amorous glances”; “a romantic adventure”; “a romantic moonlight ride”
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