In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
KLOOTCHMAN
Etymology
Noun
klootchman (plural klootchmans or klootchmen)
(US, Canada, western dialects) Woman, wife (especially if Native American).
Source: Wiktionary
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