In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MYNAS
Noun
mynas
plural of myna
Source: Wiktionary
MYNA
My"na, n. Etym: [See Mino bird.] (Zoƶl.)
Definition: Any one of numerous species of Asiatic starlings of the genera Acridotheres, Sturnopastor, Sturnia, Gracula, and allied genera. In habits they resemble the European starlings, and like them are often caged and taught to talk. See Hill myna, under Hill, and Mino bird. [Spelt also mynah.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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