In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
Iberis, genus Iberis
(noun) Old World herbs and subshrubs: candytuft
Source: WordNet® 3.1
From the genus name.
iberis (plural iberises)
(botany) Any plant of the genus Iberis; a candytuft.
• Bieris, Iribes
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23 November 2024
(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.