In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
LAWNMOWER
Etymology
Noun
lawnmower (plural lawnmowers)
A device used for cutting grass to a chosen height, typically of landscaped lawns of residences or institutions.
A person who landscapes and in particular mows lawns.
(preceded by definite article) A dance move in which the dancer mimics using a push mower by pulling the starter cord and then pushing the mower forwards.
Hyponyms
• rotary mower, reel mower, push mower, riding mower, electric lawn mower, robotic lawn mower
Source: Wiktionary
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