In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PALANKEEN
palanquin, palankeen
(noun) a closed litter carried on the shoulders of four bearers
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Noun
palankeen (plural palankeens)
Alternative spelling of palanquin
Source: Wiktionary
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