In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
ABORTIVELY
abortively
(adverb) in an unfruitful manner
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
abortively (comparative more abortively, superlative most abortively)
In an abortive or untimely manner; immaturely; fruitlessly. [First attested in the mid 16th century.]
Source: Wiktionary
A*bor"tive*ly, adv.
Definition: In an abortive or untimely manner; immaturely; fruitlessly.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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PARSIMONIOUS
(adjective) excessively unwilling to spend; āparsimonious thrift relieved by few generous impulsesā; ālived in a most penurious manner--denying himself every indulgenceā
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