In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ROYTELET
Roy"te*let, n. Etym: [F. roitelet, dim. of roi king.]
Definition: A little king. [Archaic] Heylin. Bancroft.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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