In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ACTUOSITY
Ac`tu*os"i*ty, n.
Definition: Abundant activity. [Obs.] Dr. H. More.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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