In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
KICKSTAND
kickstand
(noun) a swiveling metal rod attached to a bicycle or motorcycle or other two-wheeled vehicle; the rod lies horizontally when not in use but can be kicked into a vertical position as a support to hold the vehicle upright when it is not being ridden
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
kickstand (plural kickstands)
A levered bar that can be folded down from the frame of a bicycle or motorcycle to prop it upright when not being ridden.
A similar folding bar to prop up a mobile phone or similar device when it is being used on a surface.
Source: Wiktionary
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