In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GENEALOGIST
genealogist
(noun) an expert in genealogy
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
genealogist (plural genealogists)
A person who studies or practises genealogy, an expert in genealogy.
Source: Wiktionary
Gen`e*al"o*gist, n. Etym: [Cf. F. généalogiste.]
Definition: One who traces genealogies or the descent of persons or families.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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