In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CHAUFFEURS
Noun
chauffeurs
plural of chauffeur
Noun
Chauffeurs
plural of Chauffeur
Source: Wiktionary
CHAUFFEUR
Chauf`feur", n. [F., lit., stoker.]
1. [pl.] (F. Hist.)
Definition: Brigands in bands, who, about 1793, pillaged, burned, and killed in parts of France; -- so called because they used to burn the feet of their victims to extort money.
2. One who manages the running of an automobile; esp., the paid operator of a motor vehicle.
CHAUFFEUR
Chauf`feur", n. [F., lit., stoker.]
1. [pl.] (F. Hist.)
Definition: Brigands in bands, who, about 1793, pillaged, burned, and killed in parts of France; -- so called because they used to burn the feet of their victims to extort money.
2. One who manages the running of an automobile; esp., the paid operator of a motor vehicle.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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