In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HETEROCERA
Het`e*roc"e*ra, n. pl. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Zoöl.)
Definition: A division of Lepidoptera, including the moths, and hawk moths, which have the antennæ variable in form.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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ADMIRABLE
(adjective) deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; “an estimable young professor”; “trains ran with admirable precision”; “his taste was impeccable, his health admirable”
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