In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
DIGNIFYING
dignifying, ennobling
(adjective) investing with dignity or honor; āthe dignifying effect of his presenceā; āthe ennobling influence of cultural surroundingsā
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Verb
dignifying
present participle of dignify
Source: Wiktionary
DIGNIFY
Dig"ni*fy, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Dignified; p. pr. & vb. n. Dignifying.] Etym: [OF. dignifier, fr. LL. d; L. dignus worthy + ficare (in comp.), facere to make. See Deign, and Fact.]
Definition: To invest with dignity or honor; to make illustrious; to give distinction to; to exalt in rank; to honor. Your worth will dignity our feast. B. Jonson.
Syn.
– To exalt; elevate; prefer; advance; honor; illustrate; adorn; ennoble.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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ADMIRABLE
(adjective) deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; āan estimable young professorā; ātrains ran with admirable precisionā; āhis taste was impeccable, his health admirableā
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