In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DUMBBELLS
Noun
dumbbells
plural of dumbbell
Source: Wiktionary
DUMBBELL
Dumb"-bell`, n.
Definition: A weight, consisting of two spheres or spheroids, connected by a short bar for a handle; used (often in pairs) for gymnastic exercise.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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