In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
PHENALGIN
Phe*nal"gin, n. [Phenyl + analgetic + -in.] (Pharm.)
Definition: An ammoniated compound of phenyl and acetamide, used as an analgesic and antipyretic. It resembles phenacetin in its therapeutic action.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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