In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FEBRUATION
Feb`ru*a"tion, n. Etym: [L. februatio. See february.]
Definition: Purification; a sacrifice. [Obs.] Spenser.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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