In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PERCOIDEA
Percoidea, suborder Percoidea
(noun) in some classifications nearly or exactly equivalent to the Perciformes which are considered a suborder
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Per*coi"de*a, n. pl. Etym: [NL.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: Same as Perciformes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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