In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
THALASSIAN
Etymology
Noun
thalassian (plural thalassians)
(zoology) Any sea tortoise.
Source: Wiktionary
Tha*las"si*an, n. Etym: [From Gr. (Zoöl.)
Definition: Any sea tortoise.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(adjective) (of something seen or heard) clearly defined; “a sharp photographic image”; “the sharp crack of a twig”; “the crisp snap of dry leaves underfoot”
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