In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
STEARYL
Ste"a*ryl, n. Etym: [Stearic + -yl.] (Chem.)
Definition: The hypothetical radical characteristic of stearic acid.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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TWIST
(verb) practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive; “Don’t twist my words”
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