In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNLAWS
Noun
unlaws
plural of unlaw
Verb
unlaws
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of unlaw
Source: Wiktionary
UNLAW
Un*law", v. t. Etym: [1st un- + law.]
1. To deprive of the authority or character of law. [Obs.]
2. To put beyond protection of law; to outlaw. [Obs.]
3. (Scots Law)
Definition: To impose a fine upon; to fine.
Un*law", n. Etym: [Pref. un- + law.] (Scots Law) (a) Any transgression or offense against the law. (b) A fine imposed as a penalty for violation of the law.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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