In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
GASTIGHT
Etymology
Adjective
gastight (comparative more gastight, superlative most gastight)
impermeable to gases
Source: Wiktionary
Gas"tight`, a.
Definition: So tightly fitted as to preclude the escape of gas; impervious to gas.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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