In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
fiddley (plural fiddleys)
(nautical) The iron framework round the deck opening that leads to the stokehole of a steamer, usually covered by a grating of iron bars.
(nautical) The space below this framework.
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23 November 2024
(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.