In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SCROGGIER
SCROGGY
Scrog"gy, a.
Definition: Abounding in scrog; also, twisted; stunted. [Prov. Eng. & Scot.] Halliwell.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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