In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
Ob"lec*ta"tion, n. Etym: [L. oblectatio.]
Definition: The act of pleasing highly; the state of being greatly pleased; delight. [R.] Feltham.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
5 June 2025
(verb) raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type; “underlay the plate”
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.