In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNOFFICIALLY
unofficially
(adverb) not in an official capacity; “unofficially, he serves as the treasurer”
unofficially, on the side
(adverb) without official authorization; “he had made some money on the side”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
unofficially (comparative more unofficially, superlative most unofficially)
In a way that is not official.
Source: Wiktionary
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