In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
FABIAN
fabian
(adjective) using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation; “a fabian policy”
Fabian
(adjective) of or relating to Fabianism; “the Fabian society”
Fabian
(noun) a member of the Fabian Society in Britain
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Fa"bi*an, a. Etym: [L. Fabianus, Fabius, belonging to Fabius.]
Definition: Of, pertaining to, or in the manner of, the Roman general, Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus; cautious; dilatory; avoiding a decisive contest. Fabian policy, a policy like that of Fabius Maximus, who, by carefully avoiding decisive contests, foiled Hannibal, harassing his army by marches, countermarches, and ambuscades; a policy of delays and cautions.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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