In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ADMONITORIAL
Ad*mon`i*to"ri*al, a.
Definition: Admonitory. [R.] "An admonitorial tone." Dickens.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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