In the 16th century, Turkish women could divorce their husbands if the man failed to keep his family’s pot filled with coffee.
GILDALE
Gild"ale`, n. Etym: [AS. gilgan to pay + E. ale. See Yield, v. t., and Ale.]
Definition: A drinking bout in which every one pays an equal share. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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