In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SLOCK
Slock, Slock"en, v. t.
Definition: To quench; to allay; to slake. See Slake. [Obs. or Scot.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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