In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BLEATER
Etymology
bleat + -er
Noun
bleater (plural bleaters)
Agent noun of bleat; one who bleats.
Anagrams
• retable
Source: Wiktionary
Bleat"er, n.
Definition: One who bleats; a sheep. In cold, stiff soils the bleaters oft complain Of gouty ails. Dyer.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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