In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DITATION
Di*ta"tion, n. Etym: [L. ditare to enrich, fr. dis, ditis, same as dives, rich.]
Definition: The act of making rich; enrichment. [Obs.] Bp. Hall.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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