In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
LITHIASES
Noun
lithiases
plural of lithiasis
Source: Wiktionary
LITHIASIS
Li*thi"a*sis, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Med.)
Definition: The formation of stony concretions or calculi in any part of the body, especially in the bladder and urinary passages. Dunglison.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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