In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GARGOL
Gar"gol, n. Etym: [Cf. Gargil.]
Definition: A distemper in swine; garget. Mortimer.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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