In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
BROGGED
Verb
brogged
simple past tense and past participle of brog
Source: Wiktionary
BROG
Brog, n. Etym: [Gael. Cf. Brob.]
Definition: A pointed instrument, as a joiner's awl, a brad awl, a needle, or a small ship stick.
Brog, v. t.
Definition: To prod with a pointed instrument, as a lance; also, to broggle. [Scot. & Prov.] Sir W. Scott.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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