In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TOCCATAS
Noun
toccatas
plural of toccata
Anagrams
• staccato, stoccata
Source: Wiktionary
TOCCATA
Toc*ca"ta, n. Etym: [It., fr. toccare to touch. See Touch.] (Mus.)
Definition: An old form of piece for the organ or harpsichord, somewhat in the free and brilliant style of the prelude, fantasia, or capriccio.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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