In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
DISPANSION
Dis*pan"sion, n. Etym: [See Dispand.]
Definition: Act of dispanding, or state of being dispanded. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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