In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SPODE
Spode
(noun) a brand of fine English porcelain
Spode, Josiah Spode
(noun) English potter who started a pottery famous for its bone china (1754-1827)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
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