In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
POLYGYN
Pol"y*gyn, n. Etym: [Cf. F. polygyne. See Polygyny.] (Bot.)
Definition: A plant of the order Polygynia.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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