In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
FOEMEN
Noun
foemen
plural of foeman
Source: Wiktionary
FOEMAN
Foe"man, n.; pl. Foemen (-men). Etym: [AS. fhman.]
Definition: An enemy in war. And the stern joy which warriors feel In foemen worthy of their steel. Sir W. Scott
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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