In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TETRAPHYLLOUS
Te*traph"yl*lous, a. Etym: [Tetra- + Gr. (Bot.)
Definition: Having four leaves; consisting of four distinct leaves or leaflets.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
Recent Word Finds
Word of the Day
25 May 2025
ALBUTEROL
(noun) a bronchodilator (trade names Ventolin or Proventil) used for asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects are tachycardia and shakiness
Coffee Trivia
