used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
Bingley
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From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
BrooknounUS /brʊk/
a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
a person who is in charge
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
Cobb
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From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
Colonel'snounUS /ˈkɜːrnəlz/
possessive form of “colonel” — a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading I was introduced into the Colonel’s presence, and stated my errand.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
ConstablenounUS /ˈkɑːnstəbəl/
a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
ConstabularynounUS /kənˈstæbjəleri/
the force of policemen and officers
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
corpsnounUS /kɔːr/
an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
downsnounUS /daʊnz/
plural of “down” — soft fine feathers
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
EdwinnounUS /ˈedwən/
king of Northumbria who was converted to Christianity (585-633)
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
EMPLOYMENTnounUS /emˈplɔɪmənt/
the state of being employed or having a job
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
errandnounUS /ˈerənd/
a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission
From this reading I was introduced into the Colonel’s presence, and stated my errand.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
Hattersley's
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From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally
From this reading I was introduced into the Colonel’s presence, and stated my errand.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
LeachverbUS /liːtʃ/
cause (a liquid) to leach or percolate
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
magistratenounUS /ˈmædʒəstreɪt/
a lay judge or civil authority who administers the law (especially one who conducts a court dealing with minor offenses)
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
maintenancenounUS /ˈmeɪntənəns/
activity involved in maintaining something in good working order
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
MillsnounUS /mɪlz/
United States architect who was the presidentially appointed architect of Washington D.C. (1781-1855)
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
a form of address for a man
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
Murgatroyd
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From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
absolutely essential
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
one's
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From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
pliedverbUS /plaɪd/
inflected form of “ply” — give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
policemannounUS /pəˈliːsmən/
a member of a police force
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading I was introduced into the Colonel’s presence, and stated my errand.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
referencesnounUS /ˈrefərənsɪz/
plural of “reference” — a remark that calls attention to something or someone
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
risenadjectiveUS /ˈrɪzən/
(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
securingverbUS /sɪˈkjʊrɪŋ/
-ing form of “secure” — get by special effort
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
statedadjectiveUS /ˈsteɪtɪd/
declared as fact; explicitly stated
From this reading I was introduced into the Colonel’s presence, and stated my errand.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
Throstle-nest
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From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
upsverbUS /ʌps/
third-person singular of “up” — raise
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
VolunteerverbUS /ˌvɑːlənˈtɪr/
tell voluntarily
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
warp-dresser
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From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading I learned that Colonel Cobb, the Chief Constable of the West Riding Constabulary, was on a visit to Mr Murgatroyd, a magistrate, at Bingley, and accordingly went over to the Throstle-nest of old England for the purpose of an interview with the Colonel.
at the time that
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Colonel Cobb plied me with questions as to my former career, and when I told him I had been in the Army he wanted to know if I had any references; he particularly wanted to know whether I had risen from the ranks.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
in the company of; together with
From this reading IN SEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT During my service in the Volunteer corps, I had my ups and downs in connection with securing that employment which is necessary for one’s maintenance.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading I gave up my work at Mr Edwin Hattersley’s, warp-dresser, North Brook Mills, and took it into my head that I should like to be a policeman—a real policeman _a la _my friend, Mr James Leach.
