In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
practice, praxis
(noun) translating an idea into action; “a hard theory to put into practice”; “differences between theory and praxis of communism”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
praxis (countable and uncountable, plural praxes or praxises)
The practical application of any branch of learning.
(drama) The deliberate action of a rational being.
(philosophy) The synthesis of theory and practice, without presuming the primacy of either.
Custom or established practice.
An example or form of exercise, or a collection of such examples, for practice.
Source: Wiktionary
Prax"is, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. Practice.]
1. Use; practice; especially, exercise or discipline for a specific purpose or object. "The praxis and theory of music." Wood.
2. An example or form of exercise, or a collection of such examples, for practice.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
25 March 2025
(noun) fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing; “immobilization of the injured knee was necessary”
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.