In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
JILLAROO
Etymology
Noun
jillaroo (plural jillaroos)
(Australia) A female jackaroo, a woman who does the job of a jackaroo.
Synonyms
• jackarooesse (rare)
Source: Wiktionary
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