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
Etymology
Noun
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
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LEND
(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”
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