In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
RONCHIL
Ron"chil, n. Etym: [Cf. Sp. ronquillo slightly hoarse.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: An American marine food fish (Bathymaster signatus) of the North Pacific coast, allied to the tilefish. [Written also ronquil.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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BEATIFY
(verb) declare (a dead person) to be blessed; the first step of achieving sainthood; “On Sunday, the martyr will be beatified by the Vatican”
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