In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
Ran"cid, a. Etym: [L. rancidus, fr. rancere to be rancid or rank.]
Definition: Having a rank smell or taste, from chemical change or decomposition; musty; as, rancid oil or butter.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
3 March 2025
(verb) hold one’s ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright; “I am standing my ground and won’t give in!”
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.