In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OXIES
Noun
oxies
plural of oxy
Source: Wiktionary
OXY
Ox"y-. (Chem.)
Definition: A prefix, also used adjectively, designating: (a) A compound containing oxygen. (b) A compound containing the hydroxyl group, more properly designated by hydroxy-. See Hydroxy-. Oxy acid. See Oxyacid (below).
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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