In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
NIDOROUS
Etymology
Adjective
nidorous (comparative more nidorous, superlative most nidorous)
(literary) Emitting a strong, unpleasant odor, especially one like that of cooking fat or similar greasy substances.
Source: Wiktionary
Ni"dor*ous, a. Etym: [L. nidorosus steaming, reeking: cf. F. nidoreux. See Nidor.]
Definition: Resembling the smell or taste of roast meat, or of corrupt animal matter. [R.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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