In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PIERROT
Pierrot
(noun) a male character in French pantomime; usually dressed in white with a whitened face
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Noun
pierrot (plural pierrots)
Alternative form of Pierrot
Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genera Tarucus and Castalia, notable for white contrasting with brown or black on the underwings.
(historical) An 18th-century women's low-cut basque with sleeves.
Anagrams
• preriot, pretoir
Etymology
Proper noun
Pierrot
A character from French pantomime; a buffoon in a loose white outfit; a popular choice for a masquerade costume.
Anagrams
• preriot, pretoir
Source: Wiktionary
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STAND
(verb) hold one’s ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright; “I am standing my ground and won’t give in!”
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