In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
NETTIE
Etymology
Proper noun
Nettie
A diminutive of the female given names Annette and Jeannette.
Etymology 1
Noun
nettie (plural netties)
(Geordie & Wearside) Alternative form of netty: an outhouse; a lavatory; a toilet.
Etymology 2
Noun
nettie (plural netties)
(internet, informal) An internet user, particularly a Usenet user.
Synonyms
• netter
Source: Wiktionary
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