In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
EREWHILE
Etymology
Adverb
erewhile (not comparable)
(archaic or poetic) Some time ago; beforehand; formerly.
Synonyms
• erstwhile
• erstwhiles
Anagrams
• wheelier, while-ere, wire-heel
Source: Wiktionary
Ere`while", Ere`whiles", adv.
Definition: Some time ago; a little while before; heretofore. [Archaic] I am as fair now as I was erewhile. Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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