In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
IODIZING
Verb
iodizing
present participle of iodize
Source: Wiktionary
IODIZE
I"o*dize, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Iodized; p. pr. & vb. n. Iodizing.]
Definition: To treat or impregnate with iodine or its compounds; as, to iodize a plate for photography. R. Hunt.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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