In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PROPANE
propane
(noun) colorless gas found in natural gas and petroleum; used as a fuel
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
propane (countable and uncountable, plural propanes)
(organic compound) An aliphatic hydrocarbon, C3H8, a constituent of natural gas.
Synonyms
• E944 when used as a propellant
Anagrams
• on paper
Source: Wiktionary
Pro"pane, n. Etym: [Propyl + methane.] (Chem.)
Definition: A heavy gaseous hydrocarbon, C3H8, of the paraffin series, occurring naturally dissolved in crude petroleum, and also made artificially; -- called also propyl hydride.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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