In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PLASTERWORKS
Noun
plasterworks
plural of plasterwork
Source: Wiktionary
PLASTERWORK
Plas"ter*work`, n.
Definition: Plastering used to finish architectural constructions, exterior or interior, especially that used for the lining of rooms. Ordinarly, mortar is used for the greater part of the work, and pure plaster of Paris for the moldings and ornaments.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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