In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BENEDICTINE
Benedictine
(adjective) of or relating to the Benedictines
Benedictine
(adjective) of or relating to Saint Benedict or his works
benedictine
(noun) a French liqueur originally made by Benedictine monks
Benedictine
(noun) a monk or nun belonging to the order founded by Saint Benedict
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Ben`e*dic"tine, a.
Definition: Pertaining to the monks of St. Benedict, or St. Benet.
Ben`e*dic"tine, n. (Eccl. Hist.)
Definition: One of a famous order of monks, established by St. Benedict of Nursia in the sixth century. This order was introduced into the United States in 1846.
Note: The Benedictines wear black clothing, and are sometimes called Black Monks. The name Black Fr which belongs to the Dominicans, is also sometimes applied to the Benedictines.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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