In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNROVEN
UNREAVE
Un*reave", v. t. Etym: [See Unreeve.]
Definition: To unwind; to disentangle; to loose. [Obs.] Spenser.
UNREEVE
Un*reeve", v. t. Etym: [1st pref. un- + reeve, v. t.] (Naut.)
Definition: To withdraw, or take out, as a rope from a block, thimble, or the like.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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