In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
EXPLORATE
Ex*plo"rate, v. t. Etym: [L. explorare, exploratum.]
Definition: To explore. [Obs.] Sir. T. Browne.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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