In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BIDDER
bidder
(noun) someone who makes an offer
bidder
(noun) someone who makes a bid at cards
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
bidder (plural bidders)
Someone who bids, e.g. at an auction
Anagrams
• bedrid, birded, brided, derbid
Source: Wiktionary
Bid"der, n. Etym: [AS. biddere. ]
Definition: One who bids or offers a price. Burke.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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