In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
Gla`cé", a. [F., p.p. of glacer to freeze, to ice. Cf. Glacier.]
Definition: Coated with icing; iced; glazed; -- said of fruits, sweetmeats, cake, etc.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
5 June 2025
(verb) raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type; “underlay the plate”
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.