In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MIFFING
Verb
miffing
present participle of miff
Source: Wiktionary
MIFF
Miff, n. Etym: [Cf. Prov. G. muff sullenness, sulkiness, muffen to be silky, muffĂŻg sullen, pouting.]
Definition: A petty falling out; a tiff; a quarrel; offense. Fielding.
Miff, v. t.
Definition: To offend slightly. [Colloq.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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