In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GAVIAE
Ga"viæ, n. pl. Etym: [NL., fr. L. gavia a sea mew.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: The division of birds which includes the gulls and terns.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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