In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DEDUIT
De*duit", n. Etym: [F. déduit. Cf. Deduct.]
Definition: Delight; pleasure. [Obs.] Chaucer.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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