In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
INDEXICAL
indexical
(adjective) of or relating to or serving as an index
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
indexical (comparative more indexical, superlative most indexical)
Of, pertaining to, or like, an index; having the form of an index.
(linguistics, philosophy) Having the character of pointing to, or indicating, a particular state of affairs.
Usage notes
• Nouns to which "indexical" is often applied: expression, sign, reference.
Noun
indexical (plural indexicals)
(linguistics, philosophy) An indexical statement.
Source: Wiktionary
In*dex"ic*al, a.
Definition: Of, pertaining to, or like, an index; having the form of an index.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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