In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ADVANCER
advancer
(noun) someone who advances
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
advancer (plural advancers)
One who advances or puts forward.
(bridge) The overcaller's partner, especially one who bids following the overcall.
A second branch of a buck's antler.
Source: Wiktionary
Ad*van"cer, n.
1. One who advances; a promoter.
2. A second branch of a buck's antler. Howell.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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