In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PLEURAL
pleural
(adjective) of or relating to the pleura or the walls of the thorax; “pleural muscles”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
pleural (not comparable)
Of, relating to, or affecting the pleura, or the sides of the thorax.
Thin and transparent.
Source: Wiktionary
Pleu"ral, a. (Anat.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to the pleura or pleuræ, or to the sides of the thorax.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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