In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PEDANTISM
Etymology
Noun
pedantism (plural pedantisms)
(rare) Behaving or acting in the manner of a pedant.
Synonyms
• pedanticism
• pedantry (more common)
Anagrams
• instamped
Source: Wiktionary
Ped"ant*ism, n.
Definition: The office, disposition, or act of a pedant; pedantry. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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