In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ARBITRAL
arbitral, arbitrational
(adjective) relating to or resulting from arbitration; “the arbitral adjustment of the controversy”; “an arbitrational settlement”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
arbitral (comparative more arbitral, superlative most arbitral)
Relating to arbitration.
Source: Wiktionary
Ar"bi*tral, a. Etym: [L. arbitralis.]
Definition: Of or relating to an arbiter or an arbitration. [R.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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