In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
STAMINEOUS
Etymology
Adjective
stamineous (not comparable)
Consisting of stamens or threads.
(botany) Of or relating to the stamens; possessing stamens; attached to the stamens.
Source: Wiktionary
Sta*min"e*al, Sta*min"e*ous, a. Etym: [L. stamineus, from stamen thread.]
1. Consisting of stamens or threads.
2. (Bot.)
Definition: Of or pertaining to the stamens; possessing stamens; also, attached to the stamens; as, a stamineous nectary.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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