Chapter XV

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From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

-ing 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 Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

later than; following

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by volume

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

in addition

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a cherished desire

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a feeling of delight at being entertained

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

any thing at all

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

several beads threaded together on a string

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

plural of “breast” — the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a quality that outshines the usual

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

a rapid active commotion

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

a highly decorated ceremonial pipe of Amerindians; smoked on ceremonial occasions (especially as a token of peace)

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a tight-fitting headdress

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a person who is in charge

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

possessive form of “chief” — a person who is in charge

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

having or capable of producing colors

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

a distinguishing emblem

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

third-person singular of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.)

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

plural of “conduct” — manner of acting or controlling yourself

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

plural of “conversation” — the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “costume” — the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

-ing form of “decorate” — make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the act of consuming liquids

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “drive” — the act of applying force to propel something

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a native or inhabitant of Egypt

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

serving as a visible symbol for something abstract

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

the act of enclosing something inside something else

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

at any time

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a ceremonial dinner party for many people

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

something acquired without compensation

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “hue” — the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

past form of “interdict” — destroy by firepower, such as an enemy's line of communication

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “introduction” — the act of beginning something new

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

impressiveness in scale or proportion

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

come together

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the force of workers available

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

British classical scholar (born in Australia) who advocated the League of Nations and the United Nations (1866-1957)

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

possessive form of “murray” — British classical scholar (born in Australia) who advocated the League of Nations and the United Nations (1866-1957)

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading A new chapter commenced here with the Indians, as it commences with my book.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

an anthology of articles on a related subject or an anthology of the works of a single author

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

coated with paint

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

the local environment

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a person employed to carry luggage and supplies

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

past form of “postpone” — hold back to a later time

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

plural of “present” — the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

likely but not certain to be or become true or real

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

past form of “procure” — get by special effort

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

possessive form of “queen” — the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the manner in which something is greeted

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a feeling of great happiness

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “ribbon” — any long object resembling a thin line

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

superlative of “rich” — possessing material wealth

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

the property of being extremely abundant

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

the act of causing something to move up and down (or back and forth) with quick movements

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a light shade of blue

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading The old chief was painting the stem of his pipe of peace (or calumet) sky-blue, emblematical of the feelings they carried in their breasts; and decorating it also with blue and red ribbons, as a suitable gift to royalty.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

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From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

in a visible manner

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

the activity of making visits

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

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From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

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From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

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From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

a town in central Belgium where in 1815 Napoleon met his final defeat

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Preparations for visiting the Queen--Amusing interview with Sykes, the porter--Mistaken by the old Chief for Prince Albert--Meet the Hon. Mr. Murray--The waiting-room--The Author conducts the party before Her Majesty and the Prince in the Waterloo Gallery--Their reception--Introductions and conversations--Indians give the war-dance--A smoke--The old Chief's speech to the Queen--Pipe-dance--Her Majesty and the Prince retire--Indians at a feast in the waiting-room--Drinking the Queen's health in Champagne--Indians call it "_Chickabobboo_"--Story of _Chickabobboo_, and great amusement--Indians return to London--Evening-gossip about the Queen and her _Chickabobboo_--First evening of the Indians in Egyptian Hall--Great excitement--Alarm--Tremendous applause--Old Chief's speech--Hon. Mr. Murray's letter to the old Chief, enclosing £20 from the Queen and other presents--Speech of the War-chief--Pipe-dance--Shaking hands--Curious questions by the audience--Ale allowed to the Indians at dinner and after supper--Their rejoicing--They call it _Chickabobboo_.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Colours, and ribbons, and beads, of the richest hues, were called for, and procured from various parts of the city; and both night and day, all, men and women, were constantly engaged in adding brilliancy and richness of colour to their costumes.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.

but in spite of that

From this reading All "omnibus drives" were postponed for the present; all communications with the world entirely interdicted; and all was bustle and preparation for the grand event which was to "cap the climax" of their highest ambition--the point to which they had looked ever since they had started, and beyond which, it is not probable, their contemplations had as yet visibly painted anything.