In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
LOGICAL
coherent, consistent, logical, ordered
(adjective) marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts; “a coherent argument”
logical
(adjective) capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning; “a logical mind”
coherent, logical, lucid
(adjective) capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner; “a lucid thinker”; “she was more coherent than she had been just after the accident”
legitimate, logical
(adjective) based on known statements or events or conditions; “rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
logical (comparative more logical, superlative most logical)
(not comparable) In agreement with the principles of logic.
Reasonable.
(not comparable) Of or pertaining to logic.
(computing) Non-physical or conceptual yet underpinned by something physical or actual.
Antonyms
• illogical
Source: Wiktionary
Log"ic*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. logique, L. logicus, Gr.
1. Of or pertaining to logic; used in logic; as, logical subtilties. Bacon.
2. According to the rules of logic; as, a logical argument or inference; the reasoning is logical. Prior.
3. Skilled in logic; versed in the art of thinking and reasoning; as, he is a logical thinker. Addison.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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