In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNFURLING
Verb
unfurling
present participle of unfurl
Noun
unfurling (plural unfurlings)
The act by which something is unfurled.
Source: Wiktionary
UNFURL
Un*furl", v. t. & i. Etym: [1st pref. un- + furl.]
Definition: To loose from a furled state; to unfold; to expand; to open or spread; as, to unfurl sails; to unfurl a flag.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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