In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PANTALOONERY
Etymology
Noun
pantaloonery (usually uncountable, plural pantalooneries)
(dated) The character or performances of a pantaloon; buffoonery.
(dated) Materials used to make pantaloons.
Source: Wiktionary
Pan`ta*loon"er*y, n.
1. The character or performances of a pantaloon; buffoonery. [R.] Lamb.
2. Materials for pantaloons.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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