In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MYXOPOD
Myx"o*pod, n. Etym: [Gr. -pod.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: A rhizopod or moneran. Also used adjectively; as, a myxopod state.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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