In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CHANDLERY
chandlery
(noun) a storeroom where candles are kept
chandlery
(noun) candles and other commodities sold by a chandler
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
chandlery (countable and uncountable, plural chandleries)
The art or trade of candlemaking.
A business, shop or warehouse used in candlemaking.
An operation (usually, a business) which provides supplies.
The merchandise of a chandler.
Source: Wiktionary
Chan"dler*y, n.
Definition: Commodities sold by a chandler.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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