In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
OVERGROUND
Proper noun
Overground
(rail) The London Overground, a counterpart of London Underground operated by TfL (Transport for London), which operates some of the various lines around London which are mainly above ground.
Etymology
Adjective
overground (not comparable)
above the ground
Synonyms: aboveground, superterranean
Antonym: underground
Source: Wiktionary
O"ver*ground", a.
Definition: Situated over or above ground; as, the overground portion of a plant.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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