In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TURNVEREIN
turnverein
(noun) a club of tumblers or gymnasts
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
turnverein (plural turnvereins)
A company or association of gymnasts and athletes.
Source: Wiktionary
Turn"ve*rein`, n. Etym: [G., from turnen to exercise + verein a union.]
Definition: A company or association of gymnasts and athletes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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CHRONIC
(adjective) being long-lasting and recurrent or characterized by long suffering; “chronic indigestion”; “a chronic shortage of funds”; “a chronic invalid”
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