In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ARMISTICES
Noun
armistices
plural of armistice
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ARMISTICE
Ar"mis*tice, n. Etym: [F. armistice, fr. (an assumed word) L. armistitium; arma arms + stare, statum (combining form, -stitum), to stand still.]
Definition: A cessation of arms for a short time, by convention; a temporary suspension of hostilities by agreement; a truce.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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