In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DONEE
beneficiary, donee
(noun) the recipient of funds or other benefits
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
donee (plural donees)
Someone who receives a gift from a donor.
Synonyms
• donatee
Anagrams
• enode
Source: Wiktionary
Do*nee", n. Etym: [OF. doné, F. donné, p. p. See the preceding word.]
1. The person to whom a gift or donation is made.
2. (Law)
Definition: Anciently, one to whom lands were given; in later use, one to whom lands and tenements are given in tail; in modern use, one on whom a power is conferred for execution; -- sometimes called the appointor.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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