In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CILICES
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cilices
plural of cilice
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Source: Wiktionary
CILICE
Cil"ice, n. Etym: [F. See Cilicious.]
Definition: A kind of haircloth undergarment. Southey.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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