In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
eyewater (usually uncountable, plural eyewaters)
(medicine) A wash or lotion for application to the eyes.
(Caribbean) Tears; water cried from the eyes.
Source: Wiktionary
Eye"wa`ter, n. (Med.)
Definition: A wash or lotion for application to the eyes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
4 June 2025
(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.