In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DEPLICATION
Dep`li*ca"tion, n. Etym: [LL. deplicare to unfold; L. de- + plicare to fold.]
Definition: An unfolding, untwisting, or unplaiting. [Obs.] W. Montagu.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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