In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
HOLMOS
Hol"mos, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Greek & Etrus. Antiq.)
Definition: A name given to a vase having a rounded body; esp.: (a) A closed vessel of nearly spherical form on a high stem or pedestal. Fairholt. (b) A drinking cup having a foot and stem.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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