In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DOING
Etymology 1
Noun
doing (plural doings)
A deed or action, especially when somebody is held responsible for it.
Synonyms
• act; see also action
Verb
doing
present participle of do
Etymology 2
Onomatopœic.
Interjection
doing
The sound made by an elastic object when struck by or striking a hard object.
Synonyms
• boing
Anagrams
• Godin, Gondi, OD'ing, digon, dingo
Source: Wiktionary
Do"ing, n.; pl. Doings (.
Definition: Anything done; a deed; an action good or bad; hence, in the plural, conduct; behavior. See Do. To render an account of his doings. Barrow.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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