In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SUBGENERA
SUBGENUS
subgenus
(noun) (biology) taxonomic group between a genus and a species
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
subgenera
plural of subgenus
Source: Wiktionary
SUBGENUS
Sub*ge"nus, n.; pl. Subgenera (. (Biol.)
Definition: A subdivision of a genus, comprising one or more species which differ from other species of the genus in some important character or characters; as, the azaleas now constitute a subgenus of Rhododendron.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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AMATORY
(adjective) expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance; “her amatory affairs”; “amorous glances”; “a romantic adventure”; “a romantic moonlight ride”
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