In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CATCHWATER
Etymology
Noun
catchwater (plural catchwaters)
A device which captures surface runoff for use as a water supply.
Source: Wiktionary
Catch"wa`ter, n.
Definition: A ditch or drain for catching water. See Catchdrain.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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