In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DEODATE
Etymology
Noun
deodate (plural deodates)
(obsolete) A gift or offering to God.
(obsolete) A gift from God.
Source: Wiktionary
De"o*date`, n. Etym: [L. Deo to God (Deus God) + datum thing given.]
Definition: A gift or offering to God. [Obs.] Wherein that blessed widow's deodate was laid up. Hooker.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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