In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
VETCHY
Etymology
Adjective
vetchy (comparative more vetchy, superlative most vetchy)
Consisting of vetches or pea straw.
Abounding with vetches.
Source: Wiktionary
Vetch"y, a.
1. Consisting of vetches or of pea straw. "A vetchy bed." Spenser.
2. Abounding with vetches.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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