In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TAUROMACHIAN
Etymology
Adjective
tauromachian (not comparable)
Of or pertaining to bullfighting.
Noun
tauromachian (plural tauromachians)
A bullfighter.
Source: Wiktionary
Tau`ro*ma"chi*an, a. Etym: [See Tauromachy.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to bullfights.
– n.
Definition: A bullfighter.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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