In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HOCKDAY
Hock"day`, n. Etym: [Cf. AS. hocor mockery, scorn.]
Definition: A holiday commemorating the expulsion of the Danes, formerly observed on the second Tuesday after Easter; -- called also hocktide. [Eng.] [Written also hokeday.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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