In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
LYRIST
lyricist, lyrist
(noun) a person who writes the words for songs
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology 1
Noun
lyrist (plural lyrists)
(music) A person who plays the lyre.
Etymology 2
Noun
lyrist (plural lyrists)
(music) lyricist
A lyrical poet
Source: Wiktionary
Lyr"ist, n. Etym: [L. lyristes, Gr. lyriste.]
Definition: A musician who plays on the harp or lyre; a composer of lyrical poetry. Shelley.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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