In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FLETE
Flete, v. i. Etym: [See Fleet, v. i.]
Definition: To float; to swim. [Obs.] "Whether I sink or flete." Chaucer.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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