In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SCURVINESS
Etymology
Noun
scurviness (uncountable)
The quality or state of being scurvy; vileness; meanness.
Source: Wiktionary
Scur"vi*ness, n.
Definition: The quality or state of being scurvy; vileness; meanness.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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INNOCENT
(adjective) free from evil or guilt; “an innocent child”; “the principle that one is innocent until proved guilty”
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