In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
KAYAKING
Verb
kayaking
present participle of kayak
Noun
kayaking (uncountable)
A water sport involving racing, or doing tricks in, a kayak
Source: Wiktionary
KAYAK
Kay"ak, n. (Naut.)
Definition: A light canoe, made of skins stretched over a frame, and usually capable of carrying but one person, who sits amidships and uses a double-bladed paddle. It is peculiar to the Eskimos and other Arctic tribes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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