In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HIRCINOUS
Hir"cine, Hir"ci*nous, a. Etym: [L. hircinus, fr. hircus hegoat: cf. F. hircin.]
1. Goatlike; of or pertaining to a goat or the goats.
2. Of a strong goatish smell.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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