In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
modular
(adjective) constructed with standardized units or dimensions allowing flexibility and variety in use; “modular furniture”; “modular homes”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
modular (not comparable)
Consisting of separate modules; especially where each module performs or fulfills some specified function and could be replaced by a similar module for the same function, independently of the other modules.
(chiefly, mathematics) Of or relating to a module or modules.
Relating to mode or modulation.
• (consisting of separate modules): monolithic
• moulard
Source: Wiktionary
Mod"u*lar, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to mode, modulation, module, or modius; as, modular arrangement; modular accent; modular measure.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
8 May 2025
(noun) the act of protecting something by surrounding it with material that reduces or prevents the transmission of sound or heat or electricity
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.