In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
REPARTIMIENTO
Re`par*ti`mi*en"to (r`pr-t`m-n"t), n. Etym: [Sp., fr. repartir to divide.]
Definition: A partition or distribution, especially of slaves; also, an assessment of taxes. W. Irving.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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