In 1884, Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, demonstrated the first working example of an espresso machine.
TOYISHLY
Etymology
Adverb
toyishly (comparative more toyishly, superlative most toyishly)
In a toyish manner.
Source: Wiktionary
TOYISH
Toy"ish, a
1. Sportive; trifling; wanton.
2. Resembling a toy. --Toy"ish*ly, dv.-Toy"ish*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
Recent Word Finds
Word of the Day
16 April 2025
RACY
(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
Coffee Trivia
