In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
UNPRECEDENTED
unprecedented
(adjective) having no precedent; novel; “an unprecedented expansion in population and industry”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
unprecedented (not comparable)
Never before seen, done, or experienced; without precedent.
Source: Wiktionary
Un*prec"e*dent*ed, a.
Definition: Having no precedent or example; not preceded by a like case; not having the authority of prior example; novel; new; unexampled.
– Un*prec"e*dent*ed*ly, adv.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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FELLOW
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