In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SHERIFFRY
Sher"iff*al*ty, Sher"iff*dom, Sher"iff*ry, Sher"iff*ship, Sher"iff*wick, n.
Definition: The office or jurisdiction of sheriff. See Shrievalty.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) an advantageous purchase; “she got a bargain at the auction”; “the stock was a real buy at that price”
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