In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
VULPINITES
VULPINITE
Vul"pi*nite, n. Etym: [So called after Vulpino, in Italy.] (Min.)
Definition: A scaly granular variety of anhydrite of a grayish white color, used for ornamental purposes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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SOLICITOUSLY
(adverb) in a concerned and solicitous manner; “‘Don’t you feel well?’ his mother asked solicitously”
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