In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
CIVICS
civics
(noun) the social science of municipal affairs
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
civics (usually uncountable, plural civics)
The study of good citizenship and proper membership in a community.
Source: Wiktionary
Civ"ics, n.
Definition: The science of civil government.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COVERT
(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”
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