In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TRIPOLINE
Trip"o*line, a.
1. Of or pertaining to Tripoli or its inhabitants; Tripolitan.
2. Of or pertaining to tripoli, the mineral.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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