In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
SATYRIC
satyric, satyrical
(adjective) of or relating to or having the characteristics of a satyr; “this satyric old man pursues young girls”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
satyric (comparative more satyric, superlative most satyric)
Of or pertaining to a satyr.
Source: Wiktionary
Sa*tyr"ic, Sa*tyr"ic*al, a. Etym: [L. satyricus, Gr.
Definition: Of or pertaining to satyrs; burlesque; as, satyric tragedy. P. Cyc.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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BARGAIN
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