In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HOLCAD
Hol"cad, n. Etym: [Gr. 'olka`s, -a`dos, a ship which is towed, a ship of burden, fr. 'e`lkein to draw. Gf. Hulk.]
Definition: A large ship of burden, in ancient Greece. Mitford.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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