In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
MISGOTTEN
Etymology
Adjective
misgotten (not comparable)
ill-gotten
Source: Wiktionary
Mis*got"ten, a.
Definition: Unjustly gotten. Spenser.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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