In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TERRET
Etymology
Noun
terret (plural terrets)
One of the rings on the top of the saddle of a harness, through which the reins pass.
Anagrams
• retter
Source: Wiktionary
Ter"ret, n.
Definition: One of the rings on the top of the saddle of a harness, through which the reins pass.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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