In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PEABIRD
Pea"bird`, n. (Zoöl.)
Definition: The wryneck; -- so called from its note. [Prov. Eng.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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