In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ROCKWEEDS
Noun
rockweeds
plural of rockweed
Source: Wiktionary
ROCKWEED
Rock"weed`, n. (Bot.)
Definition: Any coarse seaweed growing on sea-washed rocks, especially Fucus.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COAXING
(adjective) pleasingly persuasive or intended to persuade; “a coaxing and obsequious voice”; “her manner is quiet and ingratiatory and a little too agreeable”
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