In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FORMICAROID
For`mi*ca"roid, a. Etym: [NL. Formicarius, the typical genus + -oid.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: Like or pertaining to the family Formicaridæ or ant thrushes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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