In the 16th century, Turkish women could divorce their husbands if the man failed to keep his family’s pot filled with coffee.
CROSSTINING
Cross"-tin`ing (krs"tn`ng), n. (Agric.)
Definition: A mode of harrowing crosswise, or transversely to the ridges. Crabb.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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STAND
(verb) hold one’s ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright; “I am standing my ground and won’t give in!”
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