In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
Sabines
plural of Sabine
• Bassein
Source: Wiktionary
Sa"bine, a. Etym: [L. Sabinus.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to the ancient Sabines, a people of Italy.
– n.
Definition: One of the Sabine people.
Sab"ine, n. Etym: [F., fr. L. Sabina herba, fr. Sabini the Sabines. Cf. Savin.] (Bot.)
Definition: See Savin.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
4 March 2025
(adjective) moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil); “hydraulic erosion”; “hydraulic brakes”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.