In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SPARRIEST
SPARRY
Spar"ry, a. Etym: [From Spar.]
Definition: Resembling spar, or consisting of spar; abounding with spar; having a confused crystalline structure; spathose. Sparry iron (Min.), siderite. See Siderite (a).
– Sparry limestone (Min.), a coarsely crystalline marble.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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