In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SEPTENNATE
Etymology
Noun
septennate (plural septennates)
A period of seven years.
Source: Wiktionary
Sep*ten"nate, n. Etym: [F. septennat.]
Definition: A period of seven years; as, the septennate during which the President of the French Republic holds office.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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MONASTICISM
(noun) asceticism as a form of religious life; usually conducted in a community under a common rule and characterized by celibacy and poverty and obedience
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