In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PHYLE
phyle
(noun) a tribe of ancient Athenians
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
phyle (plural phyles or phylae)
(historical) A local division of the people in ancient Athens; a clan; a tribe.
(historical) A subdivision of the priestly caste in ancient Egypt; headed by a phylarch.
Source: Wiktionary
Phy"le, n.; pl. Phylæ. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr.
Definition: A local division of the people in ancient Athens; a clan; a tribe.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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