In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GYNECOLOGY
gynecology, gynaecology
(noun) the branch of medicine that deals with the diseases and hygiene of women
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
gynecology (usually uncountable, plural gynecologies) (American spelling)
The study of, or the branch of medicine specializing in, the medical problems of women, especially disorders of the reproductive organs.
Source: Wiktionary
Gyn"e*col`o*gy, n. Etym: [Gr. gynh`, gynaiko`s, a woman+ -logy.]
Definition: The science which treats of the structure and diseases of women.
– Gyn`e*col"o*gist.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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