In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OSTRICHISM
Etymology
Noun
ostrichism (uncountable)
The act of hiding, often unsuccessfully, by ducking one's head out of view. [from mid 19th c.]
(derogatory) A policy of burying one's head in the sand, that is, ignoring the reality of a situation. [from mid 19th c.]
Source: Wiktionary
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(noun) food mixtures either arranged on a plate or tossed and served with a moist dressing; usually consisting of or including greens
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