In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CERING
Verb
cering
present participle of cere
Anagrams
• cringe, genric, rec'ing
Source: Wiktionary
CERE
Cere, n. Etym: [L. cera wax: cf. F. cire.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: The soft naked sheath at the base of the beak of birds of prey, parrots, and some other birds. See Beak.
Cere, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Cered; p. pr. & vb. n. Cering.] Etym: [L. cerare, fr. cera wax: cf. F. cirer.]
Definition: To wax; to cover or close with wax. Wiseman.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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