In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TRIQUETROUS
Etymology
Adjective
triquetrous (comparative more triquetrous, superlative most triquetrous)
Triangular; especially (in natural sciences), having a triangular cross-section.
Source: Wiktionary
Tri*que"trous, a. Etym: [L. triquetrus.]
Definition: Three sided, the sides being plane or concave; having three salient angles or edges; trigonal.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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ADMIRABLE
(adjective) deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; āan estimable young professorā; ātrains ran with admirable precisionā; āhis taste was impeccable, his health admirableā
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