In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SLOWWITTED
Slow"-wit`ted, a.
Definition: Dull of apprehension; not possessing quick intelligence.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) a severe dermatitis of herbivorous domestic animals attributable to photosensitivity from eating Saint John’s wort
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