In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SAFEGUARDS
Noun
safeguards
plural of safeguard
Verb
safeguards
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of safeguard
Source: Wiktionary
SAFEGUARD
Safe"guard`, n. Etym: [Safe = guard: cf. F. sauvegarde.]
1. One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection. Shak. Thy sword, the safeguard of thy brother's throne. Granwille.
2. A convoy or guard to protect a traveler or property.
3. A pass; a passport; a safe-conduct. Shak.
Safe"guard`, v. t.
Definition: To guard; to protect. Shak.
SAFEGUARD
Safe"guard`, n. Etym: [Safe = guard: cf. F. sauvegarde.]
1. One who, or that which, defends or protects; defense; protection. Shak. Thy sword, the safeguard of thy brother's throne. Granwille.
2. A convoy or guard to protect a traveler or property.
3. A pass; a passport; a safe-conduct. Shak.
Safe"guard`, v. t.
Definition: To guard; to protect. Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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