In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SIGNIORIZE
Sign"ior*ize, v. t. Etym: [See Seigniorize.]
Definition: To exercise dominion over; to lord it over. [Obs.] Shelton.
Sign"ior*ize, v. i.
Definition: To exercise dominion; to signiorize. [Obs.] Hewyt.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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