In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DIRNDL
dirndl
(noun) a dress with a tight bodice and full skirt
dirndl
(noun) a full skirt with a gathered waistband
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
dirndl (plural dirndls)
A traditional Alpine women's dress having a tight bodice and full skirt
Source: Wiktionary
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