In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
THROATLATCH
Etymology
Noun
throatlatch (plural throatlatches)
Part of a horse's bridle that prevents the bridle from coming off over the horse's head.
Source: Wiktionary
Throat"latch`, n.
Definition: A strap of a bridle, halter, or the like, passing under a horse's throat.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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