In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
RACA
Ra"ca (ra"ka), a. [Gr. "raka`, from Chaldee reka.]
Definition: A term of reproach used by the Jews of our Savior's time, meaning "worthless."
Whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council. Matt. v. 22.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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CRITICAL
(adjective) characterized by careful evaluation and judgment; “a critical reading”; “a critical dissertation”; “a critical analysis of Melville’s writings”
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