In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HAYMOW
hayloft, haymow, mow
(noun) a loft in a barn where hay is stored
haymow
(noun) a mass of hay piled up in a barn for preservation
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
haymow (plural haymows)
A pile of hay stored in a barn.
The place in a barn where hay is deposited.
Source: Wiktionary
Hay"mow`, n.
1. A mow or mass of hay laid up in a barn for preservation.
2. The place in a barn where hay is deposited.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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