In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OESTRUAL
Adjective
oestrual (not comparable)
Relating to the oestrus.
In heat; sexually receptive.
Anagrams
• rosulate, ursolate
Source: Wiktionary
OEs"tru*al, a. Etym: [See OEstrus.] (Physiol.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to sexual desire; -- mostly applied to brute animals; as, the oestrual period; oestrual influence.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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