In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PERBROMIC
Per*bro"mic, a. Etym: [Pref. per- + bromic.] (Chem.)
Definition: Pertaining to, or designating, the highest oxygen acid, HBrO4, of bromine.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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