In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CURSITATING
Cur"si*ta`ting (kr"s-t`tng), a. Etym: [See Cursitor.]
Definition: Moving about slightly. [R.] H. Bushnell.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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SALTWORT
(noun) bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash
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