In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PERQUISITION
Noun
perquisition (plural perquisitions)
A thorough inquiry or search.
Source: Wiktionary
Per`qui*si"tion, n. Etym: [Cf. F. perquisition.]
Definition: A thorough inquiry of search. [R.] Berkeley.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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