In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PHYSA
physa
(noun) any member of the genus Physa
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Phy"sa, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Zoöl.)
Definition: A genus of fresh-water Pulmonifera, having reversed spiral shells. See Pond snail, under Pond.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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