In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
XYLOID
Etymology
Adjective
xyloid (comparative more xyloid, superlative most xyloid)
Characteristic of wood; woody
Source: Wiktionary
Xy"loid, a. Etym: [Xylo- + -oid.]
Definition: Resembling wood; having the nature of wood.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THEORETICAL
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