In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
JACENT
Etymology
Adjective
jacent (not comparable)
Lying at length.
Source: Wiktionary
Ja"cent, a. Etym: [L. jacens, p. pr. of jacere to lie: cf. F. jacent.]
Definition: Lying at length; as, the jacent posture. [R.] Sir H. Wotton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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