In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MANUREMENT
Ma*nure"ment, n. Etym: [Cf. OF. manouvrement.]
Definition: Cultivation. [Obs.] W. Wotton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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