In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
signor, signior
(noun) used as an Italian courtesy title; can be prefixed to the name or used separately
signore
(noun) an Italian title of respect for a man; equivalent to the English ‘sir’; used separately (not prefixed to his name)
Signora
(noun) an Italian title or form of address for a married woman
signora
(noun) an Italian title of address equivalent to Mrs. when used before a name
Source: WordNet® 3.1
signior (plural signiors)
Alternative form of signor
• origins, signori
Source: Wiktionary
Sign"ior, n.
Definition: Sir; Mr. The English form and pronunciation for the Italian Signor and the Spanish Señor.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
26 March 2025
(noun) bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.