In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PANOMPHEAN
Pan`om*phe"an, a. Etym: [L. panomphaeus, Gr.
Definition: Uttering ominous or prophetic voices; divining. [R.] We want no half gods, panomphean Joves. Mrs. Browning.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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