In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
ERIDANUS
Eridanus
(noun) a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Fornax and Cetus
Source: WordNet® 3.1
E*rid"a*nus, n. Etym: [L., fr. Gr. (Anat.)
Definition: A long, winding constellation extending southward from Taurus and containing the bright star Achernar.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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STAND
(verb) hold one’s ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright; “I am standing my ground and won’t give in!”
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