In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PALEOLA
Pa*le"o*la, n.; pl. Paleolæ. Etym: [NL., dim. of L. palea.] (Bot.)
Definition: A diminutive or secondary palea; a lodicule.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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