In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PAULDRON
Etymology
Noun
pauldron (plural pauldrons)
A component of plate armor that protects the shoulder.
Coordinate terms
• vambrace
Source: Wiktionary
Paul"dron, n. Etym: [See Powldron.] (Mil. Antiq.)
Definition: A piece of armor covering the shoulder at the junction of the body piece and arm piece.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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TRANSPOSITION
(noun) (music) playing in a different key from the key intended; moving the pitch of a piece of music upwards or downwards
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