In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MYRISTIC
Etymology
Adjective
myristic (comparative more myristic, superlative most myristic)
(rare) Pertaining to nutmeg.
Source: Wiktionary
My*ris"tic, a. (Chem.)
Definition: Pertaining to, or derived from, the nutmeg (Myristica). Specifically, designating an acid found in nutmeg oil and otoba fat, and extracted as a white crystalline waxy substance.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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