In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
JUMENT
Ju"ment, n. Etym: [L. jumentum a beast of burden: cf. F. jument a mare, OF., a beast of burden.]
Definition: A beast; especially, a beast of burden. [Obs.] Fitter for juments than men to feed on. Burton.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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CRITICAL
(adjective) characterized by careful evaluation and judgment; “a critical reading”; “a critical dissertation”; “a critical analysis of Melville’s writings”
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