In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DIVERTISSEMENT
Etymology
Noun
divertissement (usually uncountable, plural divertissements)
An entertaining diversion.
(ballet) A short ballet within a larger work, usually providing a break from the main plot.
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Source: Wiktionary
Di`ver`tisse`ment", n. Etym: [F.]
Definition: A short ballet, or other entertainment, between the acts of a play. Smart.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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