In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FUMAROLE
Etymology
Noun
fumarole (plural fumaroles)
An opening in the ground that emits steam and gases due to volcanic activity.
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Source: Wiktionary
Fu"ma*role, n. Etym: [It. fumaruola, fr. fumo smoke, L. fumus: cf. F. fumerolle, fumarolle.]
Definition: A hole or spot in a volcanic or other region, from which fumes issue.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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