In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TOXICANT
poisonous, toxicant
(adjective) having the qualities or effects of a poison
poison, toxicant, poisonous substance
(noun) any substance that causes injury or illness or death of a living organism
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Adjective
toxicant (comparative more toxicant, superlative most toxicant)
Capable of causing damage by poisoning
Noun
toxicant (plural toxicants)
A toxic or poisonous substance
Source: Wiktionary
Tox"i*cant, n.
Definition: A poisonous agent or drug, as opium; an intoxicant.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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