Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

to or in a foreign country

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

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

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

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

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

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

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

plural of “carolinian” — a native or resident of the Carolinas

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

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

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

state capital of West Virginia in the central part of the state on the Kanawha river

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

to an extreme degree

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

serving or intended to explain or make clear

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

willing to give and share unstintingly

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

plural of “greek” — the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

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

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

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

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

not any; not one

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

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

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

on one occasion

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

and nothing more

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

used when we are both doing the action and receiving it

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

practice as a profession, teach, or claim to be knowledgeable about

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

the fifth and highest element after air and earth and fire and water; was believed to be the substance composing all heavenly bodies

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc.

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

precisely, exactly

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

a New Testament book containing an exposition of the doctrines of Saint Paul; written in AD 58

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

of superior grade

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

plural of “society” — an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

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

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

lacking or marked by lack of intellectual acuity

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

carry out

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

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

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

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

From this reading CONTAINING SUNDRY MATTERS APPERTAINING TO THIS HISTORY.

generally agreed upon; not subject to dispute

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

not necessary

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

precisely as stated

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

lacking refinement or cultivation or taste

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

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

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

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

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

which person or people

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading Abroad, we wonder we are not at once recognized as Carolinians; at home, we let the vulgar world know who we are.

an established custom

From this reading Indeed, we regard the outside world--of these States we mean--very much in that light which the Greeks of old were wont to view the Romans in.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading You must know that we not only esteem ourselves the quintessence of refinement, as we have an undisputed right to do, but regard the world outside as exceedingly stupid in not knowing as much of us as we profess to know of ourselves.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading If, generous reader, you had lived in Charleston, we would take it for granted that you need no further enlightening on any of our very select societies, especially the St. Cecilia; but you may not have enjoyed a residence so distinguished, rendering unnecessary a few explanatory remarks.