In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
INTUMESCENCY
intumescence, intumescency, swelling
(noun) the increase in volume of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water)
intumescence, intumescency
(noun) swelling up with blood or other fluids (as with congestion)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
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(noun) memorial consisting of a very large stone forming part of a prehistoric structure (especially in western Europe)
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