In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PERNING
PERN
Pern, v. t. Etym: [See Pernancy.]
Definition: To take profit of; to make profitable. [Obs.] Sylvester.
Pern, n. (Zoöl.)
Definition: The honey buzzard.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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