In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
GEOSTATIONARY
geostationary
(adjective) of or having a geosynchronous orbit such that the position in such an orbit is fixed with respect to the earth; “a geostationary satellite”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
geostationary (not comparable)
At a fixed distance in three dimensions relative to a particular point on the Earth's surface; generally only possible with orbital satellites.
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BRIGHT
(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
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