In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
LAWSUIT
lawsuit, suit, case, cause, causa
(noun) a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy; “the family brought suit against the landlord”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
lawsuit (plural lawsuits)
(legal) In civil law, a case where two or more people disagree and one or more of the parties take the case to a court for resolution.
Source: Wiktionary
Law"suit`, n.
Definition: An action at law; a suit in equity or admiralty; any legal proceeding before a court for the enforcement of a claim.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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BRIGHT
(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
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