used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
ah
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From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
aptadjectiveUS /æpt/
(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
awkwardadjectiveUS /ˈɑːkwərd/
causing inconvenience
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
baccalaureatenounUS /ˌbækəˈlɔːriət/
a farewell sermon to a graduating class at their commencement ceremonies
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
bangled
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From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
beauteousadjective
(poetic) beautiful, especially to the sight
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
earlier than; in front of
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
bestowverbUS /bɪˈstoʊ/
present
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
BHOSH
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From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
Bhosh's
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From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
blood-curdling
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From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the part of the face above the eyes
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
CambridgenounUS /ˈkeɪmbrɪdʒ/
a university in England
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
catastrophenounUS /kəˈtæstrəfi/
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
chewest
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From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
compos
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From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
COWnounUS /kaʊ/
female of domestic cattle: "“moo-cow” is a child's term"
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
cuds
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From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
customernounUS /ˈkʌstəmər/
someone who pays for goods or services
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
DAMSELnounUS /ˈdæmzəl/
a young unmarried woman
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
past form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
DEMENTEDadjectiveUS /dɪˈmentɪd/
affected with madness or insanity
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
diligencenounUS /ˈdɪlədʒəns/
conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
distinctionnounUS /dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/
a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
lacking in liveliness or animation
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
dumbfoundedadjectiveUS /ˈdʌmfaʊndɪd/
as if struck dumb with astonishment and surprise
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
move gently or carefully
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
eclatnoun
enthusiastic approval
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
examnounUS /ɪɡˈzæm/
a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
facultiesnounUS /ˈfækəltiz/
plural of “faculty” — one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
figuredadjectiveUS /ˈfɪɡjərd/
(of e.g. fabric design) adorned with patterns
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the act of acquiring something
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
highest in quality
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
horrifiedadjectiveUS /ˈhɔːrəfaɪd/
stricken with horror
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
HOW
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From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
irateadjectiveUS /aɪˈreɪt/
feeling or showing extreme anger
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
a small worthless amount
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
Little-go
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From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
machinerynounUS /məˈʃiːnəri/
machines or machine systems collectively
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
madnessnounUS /ˈmædnəs/
obsolete terms for legal insanity
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
involving the mind or an intellectual process
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
mentis
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From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
a form of address for a man
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
narrateverbUS /ˈnereɪt/
provide commentary for a film, for example
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
not any; not one
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
nonadverbUS /nɑːn/
negation of a word or group of words
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
obviouslyadverbUS /ˈɑːbviəsli/
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
omitverbUS /oʊˈmɪt/
prevent from being included or considered or accepted
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
Ophelia
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From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
go across or through
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
perceiveverbUS /pərˈsiːv/
to become aware of through the senses
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
participate in games or sport
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
promenadenounUS /ˌprɑːməˈneɪd/
a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
a person who is being chased
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
racksnounUS /ræks/
plural of “rack” — framework for holding objects
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
ratsnounUS /ræts/
plural of “rat” — any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
reasoningnounUS /ˈriːzənɪŋ/
thinking that is coherent and logical
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
recreatingverbUS /ˈrekrieɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “recreate” — give new life or energy to
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
renderverbUS /ˈrendər/
cause to become
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
reverienounUS /ˈrevəri/
absentminded dreaming while awake
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
rewardedverbUS /rɪˈwɔːrdɪd/
past form of “reward” — bestow honor or rewards upon
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
characterized by or preferring solitude
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
to a small degree or extent
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
spectaclenounUS /ˈspektəkəl/
something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
SpoonnounUS /spuːn/
a piece of cutlery with a shallow bowl-shaped container and a handle; used to stir or serve or take up food
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
startlingadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
happening unexpectedly
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
an old word for “your”, speaking to one person
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the topmost one of two
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
vehementlyadverbUS /ˈviːəməntli/
in a vehement manner
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
Vice-Chancellor
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From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
vicinitynounUS /vəˈsɪnəti/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
viz
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From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
vociferations
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From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
at the time that
From this reading HOW MR BHOSH DELIVERED A DAMSEL FROM A DEMENTED COW O Cow! in hours of mental ease Thou chewest cuds beneath the trees; But ah! when madness racks thy brow, An awkward customer art thou!
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But here I must not omit to narrate a somewhat startling catastrophe in which Mr Bhosh figured as the god out of machinery.
belonging to which person
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
in the company of; together with
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
the words that are spoken
From this reading On looking up from his reverie, he was horrified by the spectacle of a young and beauteous maiden being vehemently pursued by an irate cow, whose reasoning faculties were too obviously, in the words of Ophelia, "like sweet bells bangled," or, in other words, _non compos mentis_, and having rats in her upper story!
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading It was on an afternoon before he went up to pass his Little-go exam, and, since all work and no play is apt to render any Jack a dull, he was recreating himself by a solitary promenade in some fields in the vicinity of Cambridge, when suddenly his startled ears were dumbfounded to perceive the blood-curdling sound of loud female vociferations!
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading _Nature Poem furnished (to order) by young English Friend._ Mr Bhosh's diligence at his books was rewarded by getting through his Little-go with such _eclat_ that he was admitted to become a baccalaureate, and further presented with the greatest distinction the Vice-Chancellor could bestow upon him, viz., the title of a Wooden Spoon!
