used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
having fair knowledge of
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
in the past
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
in addition
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
apprehensionnounUS /ˌæprɪˈhenʃən/
fearful expectation or anticipation
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
a railcar where passengers ride
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
cashnounUS /kæʃ/
money in the form of bills or coins
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
commandsnounUS /kəˈmændz/
plural of “command” — an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
something that interests you because it is important or affects you
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
conveniencenounUS /kənˈviːnjəns/
the state of being suitable or opportune
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
a female human offspring
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
cause to be slowed down or delayed
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
the act of departing
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
determinationnounUS /dɪˌtɜːrməˈneɪʃən/
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
command with authority
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
Elmwood's
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From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
at any time
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
executionnounUS /ˌeksəˈkjuːʃən/
putting a condemned person to death
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
make plain and comprehensible
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
forfeitedadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrfɪtɪd/
surrendered as a penalty
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
fulfilledadjectiveUS /fʊlˈfɪld/
completed to perfection
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
Giffard
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From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
let have
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
highest in quality
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
indispositionnoun
a slight illness
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
having much knowledge or education
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
in like or similar manner
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
a woman of refinement
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
Matilda's
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From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
make reference to
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
not any; not one
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
past form of “obey” — be obedient to
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
To recall to mind.
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
resideverbUS /rɪˈzaɪd/
make one's home in a particular place or community
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
restrictionnounUS /riˈstrɪkʃən/
a principle that limits the extent of something
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
returnsnounUS /rɪˈtɜːrnz/
plural of “return” — document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
Identical; not different.
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
express in words
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
in the near future
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
staidadjectiveUS /steɪd/
characterized by dignity and propriety
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
StewardnounUS /ˈstuːərd/
someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
in or at that place or location
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
a special situation
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
up to a particular time
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
twelvemonthnoun
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
past form of “venture” — proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
nonexistent
From this reading “If there is any thing wanting for the convenience of your and Lady Matilda’s departure, you have but to order it, and it is at your service—I mean likewise any cash you may have occasion for.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading That duty, I hope, Madam, you will not require me to explain in more direct terms.—As soon as my Lord returns, I have no doubt but he will ask me if it is fulfilled, and I shall be under the greatest apprehension, should his commands not be obeyed.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
Woodley
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From this reading _A letter from Giffard, Lord Elmwood’s House Steward, to Miss Woodley._ “Madam, “My Lord, above a twelvemonth ago, acquainted me he had permitted his daughter to reside in his house; but at the same time he informed me, the grant was under a certain restriction, which, if ever broken, I was to see his then determination (of which he also acquainted me) put in execution.
produce a literary work
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
the day immediately before today
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading In consequence of Lady Matilda’s indisposition, Madam, I have ventured to delay this notice till morning.—I need not say with what concern I now give it, or mention to you, I believe, what is forfeited.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading My Lord staid but a few hours yesterday, after the unhappy circumstance on which I write, took place; nor did I see him after, till he was in his carriage; he then sent for me to the carriage door, and told me he should be back in two days time, and added, ‘Remember your duty.’
