In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SUBURBIAN
Sub*ur"bi*al, Sub*ur"bi*an, a.
Definition: Suburban. [Obs.] "Suburbial fields." Warton. "Suburbian muse." Dryden.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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