In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PORTRESS
Etymology
Noun
portress (plural portresses)
a female porter (person in control of the entrance to a building)
Anagrams
• Trospers, presorts, sporters
Source: Wiktionary
Por"tress, n.
Definition: A female porter. Milton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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