used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
From this reading PAUL FOLLOWS CHRIST.--THE END.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
compensationnounUS /ˌkɑːmpənˈseɪʃən/
something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading PAUL FOLLOWS CHRIST.--THE END.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
past form of “fold” — bend or lay so that one part covers the other
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading PAUL FOLLOWS CHRIST.--THE END.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
having unexpected good fortune
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
gratifyverbUS /ˈɡrætəfaɪ/
make happy or satisfied
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
held dear
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
lustyadjectiveUS /ˈlʌsti/
vigorously passionate
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
past form of “murmur” — speak softly or indistinctly
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
Ouida
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From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
United States feminist (1885-1977)
From this reading PAUL FOLLOWS CHRIST.--THE END.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
philosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
possessingverbUS /pəˈzesɪŋ/
-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
with low volume
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
resignationnounUS /ˌrezəɡˈneɪʃən/
acceptance of despair
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
singularlyadverbUS /ˈsɪŋɡjələrli/
in a singular manner or to a singular degree
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
Strogoff
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Paul Strogoff had developed a peculiar philosophy since Ouida had sent him into grief.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PAUL FOLLOWS CHRIST.--THE END.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading He had come to the conclusion that what a man gets in life is not by any means sufficient compensation for the struggle through which he goes.
in the company of; together with
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading If he could have folded his arms quietly and passed out of human existence, he would not have murmured, but with perfect resignation accepted his fate.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Though singularly fortunate as far as this world goes, though young, though of lusty strength, though possessing the ability to gratify every desire, he loved not life, but death.
