In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SCHOOLMISTRESSY
Etymology
Adjective
schoolmistressy (comparative more schoolmistressy, superlative most schoolmistressy)
Resembling or characteristic of a schoolmistress.
Source: Wiktionary
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FANJET
(noun) a jet engine in which a fan driven by a turbine provides extra air to the burner and gives extra thrust
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