In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
Farc"tate, a. Etym: [L. farctus, p.p. of farcire. See Farce, v. t.] (Bot.)
Definition: Stuffed; filled solid; as, a farctate leaf, stem, or pericarp;
– opposed to tubular or hollow. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
3 May 2024
(verb) practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive; “Don’t twist my words”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.