In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MADAROSIS
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Noun
madarosis (uncountable)
(medicine) The loss of eyebrows or eyelashes.
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