In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
KUDOSES
KUDOS
Ku"dos, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. ky^dos glory.]
Definition: Glory; fame; renown; praise. W. H. Russel.
Ku"dos, v. t.
Definition: To praise; to extol; to glorify. "Kudos'd egregiously." [R.] Southey.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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