In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HARDTOP
hardtop
(noun) a car that resembles a convertible but has a fixed rigid top
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
hardtop (plural hardtops)
(British) The removable rigid roof of a convertible or sports car.
(British) A car with such a roof.
An indoor cinema with a roof, as opposed to a drive-in.
Source: Wiktionary
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