In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MATCHMAKE
Etymology
Verb
matchmake (third-person singular simple present matchmakes, present participle matchmaking, simple past and past participle matchmade)
To do matchmaking: to set up a date between two people or to arrange a marriage.
Usage notes
• This is rare except in the progressive form matchmaking.
Source: Wiktionary
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