In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
stigme (plural stigmes)
(obsolete, rare) Anglicised form of stigma
A dot used as a punctuation mark in historical Greek texts, especially at the top of the line, equivalent to a period or full stop.
• SIGMET, misget
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29 June 2025
(adjective) deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; āan estimable young professorā; ātrains ran with admirable precisionā; āhis taste was impeccable, his health admirableā
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.