In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
RUTHENIC
Etymology
Adjective
ruthenic (not comparable)
(inorganic chemistry) Of or pertaining to ruthenium
Etymology
Proper noun
Ruthenic
(dated) The variety of Russian spoken in Little Russia.
Source: Wiktionary
Ru*then"ic, a. (Chem.)
Definition: Pertaining to, or containing, ruthenium; specifically, designating those compounds in which it has a higher valence as contrasted with ruthenious compounds.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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