In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
commodiously (comparative more commodiously, superlative most commodiously)
In a commodious manner.
Source: Wiktionary
Com*mo"di*ous*ly, adv.
Definition: In a commodious manner. To pass commodiously this life. Milton.
Com*mo"di*ous, a. Etym: [LL. commodiosus, fr. L. commodum convenience, fr. commodus. See Commode.]
Definition: Adapted to its use or purpose, or to wants and necessities; serviceable; spacious and convenient; roomy and comfortable; as, a commodious house. "A commodious drab." Shak. "Commodious gold." Pope. The haven was not commodious to winter in. Acts. xxvii. 12.
Syn.
– Convenient; suitable; fit; proper; advantageous; serviceable; useful; spacious; comfortable.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
18 March 2025
(noun) any of numerous and diverse orchids of the genus Odontoglossum having racemes of few to many showy usually large flowers in many colors
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.