In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BAIGNOIRE
Etymology
Noun
baignoire (plural baignoires)
(dated) A box of the lowest tier in a theatre.
Anagrams
• Aborigine, ab origine, aborigine
Source: Wiktionary
Bai`gnoire", n. [Written also baignoir.] [F., lit., bath tub.]
Definition: A box of the lowest tier in a theater. Du Maurier.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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