In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PERICARDIAL
pericardial, pericardiac
(adjective) located around the heart or relating to or affecting the pericardium; “pericardial space”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
pericardial (not comparable)
(cardiology) Of, or relating to the pericardium.
Surrounding or next to the heart.
Source: Wiktionary
Per`i*car"di*ac, Per`i*car"di*al, a. (Anat.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to pericardium; situated around the heart. Pericardial fluid (Physiol.), a serous fluid of a pale yellow color contained in the pericardium.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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