In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GUSHER
gusher
(noun) an oil well with a strong natural flow so that pumping is not necessary
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
gusher (plural gushers)
One that gushes.
An oil well that has a natural flow and so requires no pumping.
Source: Wiktionary
Gush"er, n.
Definition: One who gushes. [Colloq.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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