In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PISTILLODY
Pis"til*lo*dy, n. Etym: [Pistil + Gr. (Bot.)
Definition: The metamorphosis of other organs into pistils.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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