In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
macebearer, mace, macer
(noun) an official who carries a mace of office
Source: WordNet® 3.1
macer (plural macers)
A mace bearer; specifically, an officer of a court in Scotland. [from 14th c.]
• Carme, McRae, crame, cream, crema, recam
Source: Wiktionary
Ma"cer, n. Etym: [F. massier. See Mace staff.]
Definition: A mace bearer; an officer of a court. P. Plowman.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
29 May 2025
(adjective) characterized by careful evaluation and judgment; “a critical reading”; “a critical dissertation”; “a critical analysis of Melville’s writings”
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.