1
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
1616
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
1623
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
1632
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From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
1634
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
2
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
6
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
bibliographicaladjectiveUS /ˌbɪbliɑːˈɡrɑːfɪkəl/
relating to or dealing with bibliography
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
collectedadjectiveUS /kəˈlektəd/
brought together in one place
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
collectionnounUS /kəˈlekʃən/
several things grouped together or considered as a whole
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
Condell
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
deem to be
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
criticsnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪks/
plural of “critic” — a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
disproving
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From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
dramanounUS /ˈdrɑːmə/
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
echoverbUS /ˈekoʊ/
to say again or imitate
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
editedadjectiveUS /ˈedətəd/
improved or corrected by critical editing
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
editionsnounUS /ɪˈdɪʃənz/
plural of “edition” — the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
executorsnounUS /ɪɡˈzekjətərz/
plural of “executor” — a person appointed by a testator to carry out the terms of the will
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
fataladjectiveUS /ˈfeɪtəl/
bringing death
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
fellow-actors
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
plural of “fellow” — a boy or man
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
FolionounUS /ˈfoʊliːoʊ/
the system of numbering pages
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
foundedverbUS /ˈfaʊndɪd/
past form of “found” — set up or found
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
Heminge
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
judiciousadjectiveUS /dʒuːˈdɪʃəs/
marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
KnounUS /keɪ/
the basic unit of thermodynamic temperature adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
set down according to a plan
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
used to form the superlative
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
objectionnounUS /əbˈdʒekʃən/
the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
objectionsnounUS /əbˈdʒekʃənz/
plural of “objection” — the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
omissionnounUS /oʊˈmɪʃən/
a mistake resulting from neglect
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
and nothing more
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
opinionsnounUS /əˈpɪnjənz/
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
participate in games or sport
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
presumedverbUS /prəˈzuːmd/
past form of “presume” — take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
past form of “print” — put into print
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
reprintnounUS /riˈprɪnt/
a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
Shakspeare's
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From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
Shakspere's
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
have in common
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
Sidenote
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From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
startlingadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
stressnounUS /stres/
the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
with strength or in a strong manner
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading I have put this objection as strongly as it can be put; and at first sight it is startling; but those who have most bibliographical knowledge of Shakspeare's works, are best aware that much of its force is only apparent.
up to a particular time
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading The omission in the second folio (1632) should not have been founded on; for that edition is nothing but a reprint of the contents of the first; and it is only the want of the play in this latter that we have to consider.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But the circumstance on which most stress has been laid as disproving Shakspeare's share in the drama in question, is this.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
which person or people
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading [Sidenote: The _2 N. K._ not in the First Folio of Shakspere's Works, 1623, put forth by Shakspere's fellows.] While the first edition of it was not printed till 1634, two editions of Shakspeare's collected works had been published between the time of his death (1616) and that year, in neither of which this play appears; and it is said that its omission in the first folio (1623), in particular, is fatal to its claim, since Heminge and [6:1]Condell, who edited that collection, were Shakspeare's fellow-actors and the executors of his will, and must be presumed to have known perfectly what works were and what were not his.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading [Sidenote: But the First Folio is not of much authority.] Now, you know well, that in taking some objections to the authority of the First Folio, I shall only echo the opinions of Shakspeare's most judicious critics.
