In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SQUITEE
Squi*tee", n. Etym: [From the N. American Indian name.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: The squeteague; -- called also squit.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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