In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
VRAICKER
Etymology
Noun
vraicker (plural vraickers)
One who gathers vraic.
Synonym: vraicqueur
Source: Wiktionary
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FOOTING
(noun) status with respect to the relations between people or groups; “on good terms with her in-laws”; “on a friendly footing”
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