In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SAPOGENIN
Etymology
Noun
sapogenin (plural sapogenins)
(organic compound) The steroid constituent of the glycoside saponin
Anagrams
• soapening
Source: Wiktionary
Sa*pog"e*nin, n. Etym: [Saponin + -gen + in.] (Chem.)
Definition: A white crystalline substance obtained by the decomposition of saponin.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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