In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BEEDI
Etymology
Noun
beedi (plural beedis)
A thin, often flavored, Indian cigarette made of tobacco wrapped in a tendu leaf.
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