In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
PTERIDOLOGIST
pteridologist
(noun) an expert in the study of ferns
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
pteridologist (plural pteridologists)
A person who studies ferns and other pteridophytes.
Anagrams
• dipterologist
Source: Wiktionary
Pter`i*dol"o*gist, n.
Definition: One who is versed in pteridology.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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TEMPORIZE
(verb) draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time; “The speaker temporized in order to delay the vote”
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