In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BOURBONISM
Etymology
Noun
Bourbonism (countable and uncountable, plural Bourbonisms)
(historical) The principles of the supporters of the House of Bourbon; obstinate conservatism.
Source: Wiktionary
Bour"bon*ism, n.
Definition: The principles of those adhering to the house of Bourbon; obstinate conservatism.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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