In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
GOETY
Etymology
Noun
goety (uncountable)
(obsolete) witchcraft, demonic magic, necromancy
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• togey
Source: Wiktionary
Go"e*ty, n. Etym: [Gr. goétie.]
Definition: Invocation of evil spirits; witchcraft. [Obs.] Hallywell.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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