In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
PAROXYSMALLY
Etymology
Adverb
paroxysmally (comparative more paroxysmally, superlative most paroxysmally)
In a paroxysmal manner.
Source: Wiktionary
PAROXYSMAL
Par`ox*ys"mal, a.
Definition: Of the nature of a paroxysm; characterized or accompanied by paroxysms; as, a paroxysmal pain; paroxysmal temper.
– Par`ox*ys"mal*ly, adv.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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