In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
Scandinavia
(noun) a group of culturally related countries in northern Europe; Finland and Iceland are sometimes considered Scandinavian
Scandinavia, Scandinavian Peninsula
(noun) the peninsula in northern Europe occupied by Norway and Sweden
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26 November 2024
(noun) (music) playing in a different key from the key intended; moving the pitch of a piece of music upwards or downwards
In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.