In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
tellin (plural tellins)
A marine bivalve mollusc, of the genus Tellina, that burrows in the sand, from where it siphons detritus.
• tellinid
• Lintel, lentil, lintel
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23 February 2025
(noun) an advantageous purchase; “she got a bargain at the auction”; “the stock was a real buy at that price”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.