In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
VOLANTE
Etymology
Noun
volante (plural volantes)
(historical) A cumbrous two-wheeled pleasure carriage used in Cuba. The body is in front of the axle; the driver rides on the horse.
Source: Wiktionary
Vo*lan"te, n. Etym: [Sp., prop., flying.]
Definition: A cumbrous two-wheeled pleasure carriage used in Cuba.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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SOUARI
(noun) large South American evergreen tree trifoliate leaves and drupes with nutlike seeds used as food and a source of cooking oil
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