In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
RIPRAPPING
Verb
riprapping
present participle of riprap
Source: Wiktionary
RIPRAP
Rip"rap`, n. Etym: [Cf. Rap.] (Masonry)
Definition: A foundation or sustaining wall of stones thrown together without order, as in deep water or on a soft bottom.
Rip"rap`, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Riprapped; p. pr. & vb. n. Riprapping.]
Definition: To form a riprap in or upon.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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