In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
STRATHSPEYS
Noun
strathspeys
plural of strathspey
Source: Wiktionary
STRATHSPEY
Strath"spey`, n. Etym: [So called from the district of Strath Spey in Scotland.]
Definition: A lively Scottish dance, resembling the reel, but slower; also, the tune.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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