In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNGUARDED
unguarded
(adjective) displaying or feeling no wariness; āan unguarded remarkā
unguarded
(adjective) lacking protection or a guard; āan unguarded gateā; āhis unguarded queen was open to attackā
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
unguarded (comparative more unguarded, superlative most unguarded)
Having no guard or protection; vulnerable.
Displaying a lack of caution or thought.
Source: Wiktionary
UNGUARD
Un*guard", v. t. Etym: [1 st pref. un- + guard.]
Definition: To deprive of a guard; to leave unprotected. [R.] Sterne.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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