In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
NUBIA
Nubia
(noun) an ancient region of northeastern Africa (southern Egypt and northern Sudan) on the Nile; much of Nubia is now under Lake Nasser
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Proper noun
Nubia
An ancient kingdom in the valley of the upper Nile bordering present Egypt and Sudan.
Anagrams
• bunia
Noun
nubia (plural nubias)
A light, knitted headscarf worn by women.
Anagrams
• bunia
Source: Wiktionary
Nu"bi*a, n. Etym: [From L. nubes cloud.]
Definition: A light fabric of wool, worn on the head by women; a cloud.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THEORETICAL
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