In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
RUDIMENTAL
Etymology
Adjective
rudimental (comparative more rudimental, superlative most rudimental)
(uncommon) Rudimentary.
Usage notes
• Used less than 1% as often as rudimentary in US and UK (per COCA and BNC).
Source: Wiktionary
Ru`di*men"tal, a.
Definition: Rudimentary. Addison.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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