In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
dicast (plural dicasts)
(historical) A juror in ancient Athens.
Source: Wiktionary
Di"cast, n. Etym: [Gr.
Definition: A functionary in ancient Athens answering nearly to the modern juryman.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
24 November 2024
(noun) a person (usually but not necessarily a woman) who is thoroughly disliked; “she said her son thought Hillary was a bitch”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.