In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DIPLOMA
diploma, sheepskin
(noun) a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
diploma (plural diplomas or diplomata)
A document issued by an educational institution testifying that the recipient has earned a degree or has successfully completed a particular course of study.
Source: Wiktionary
Di*plo"ma, n.; pl. Diplomas. Etym: [L., fr. Gr. Double.]
Definition: A letter or writing, usually under seal, conferring some privilege, honor, or power; a document bearing record of a degree conferred by a literary society or educational institution.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(noun) the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., ‘the father of the bride’ instead of ‘the bride’s father’
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