In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OXYTOCIC
oxytocic, oxytocic drug
(noun) a drug that induces labor by stimulating contractions of the muscles of the uterus
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
oxytocic (comparative more oxytocic, superlative most oxytocic)
(medicine) Serving to promote uterine contractions, thus accelerating childbirth.
Noun
oxytocic (plural oxytocics)
An oxytocic drug.
Source: Wiktionary
Ox`y*toc"ic, a. Etym: [Gr. (Med.)
Definition: Promoting uterine contractions, or parturition.
– n.
Definition: An oxytocic medicine or agent.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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