In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DISDAINOUS
Dis*dain"ous, a. Etym: [OF. desdeignos, desdaigneux, F. dédaigneux.]
Definition: Disdainful. [Obs.] Rom. of R.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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