In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GRISKIN
Etymology
Noun
griskin (plural griskins)
A lean cut of meat from the loin of a pig.
(rare) The bones, particularly the spine, of a pig.
Anagrams
• girkins, krising, risking
Source: Wiktionary
Gris"kin, n. Etym: [Grise a pig + -kin.]
Definition: The spine of a hog. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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