In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SURGEONCY
Etymology
Noun
surgeoncy (plural surgeoncies)
(now, chiefly, India) The office or employment of a surgeon, either in the naval or military service, or in a hospital as a resident or house officer.
Source: Wiktionary
Sur"geon*cy, n.
Definition: The office or employment of a surgeon, as in the naval or military service.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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BEAR
(verb) have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices; “She bears the title of Duchess”; “He held the governorship for almost a decade”
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