In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
GERUNDIVELY
Etymology
Adverb
gerundively (not comparable)
In the manner of a gerund; as, or in place of, a gerund.
Source: Wiktionary
Ge*run"dive*ly, adv.
Definition: In the manner of a gerund; as, or in place of, a gerund.
GERUNDIVE
Ge*run"dive, a. Etym: [L. gerundivus.]
Definition: Pertaining to, or partaking of, the nature of the gerund; gerundial.
– n. (Lat. Gram.)
Definition: The future passive participle; as, amandus, i. e., to be loved.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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