In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
NAEVOID
Etymology
Adjective
naevoid (comparative more naevoid, superlative most naevoid)
(pathology) Resembling a naevus.
Synonyms
• naevose
• naevous
Anagrams
• Oviedan
Source: Wiktionary
Næ"void, a. Etym: [Nævus + -oid.]
Definition: Resembling a nævus or nævi; as, nævoid elephantiasis. Dunglison.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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