used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
assembledverbUS /əˈsembəld/
past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
Banbury
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From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
bearernounUS /ˈberər/
someone whose employment involves carrying something
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
separate with or as if with an instrument
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
disquietingadjectiveUS /dɪˈskwaɪətɪŋ/
causing mental discomfort
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
the act of consuming liquids
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
flagonnoun
a large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout; used to hold alcoholic beverages (usually wine)
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
GrangenounUS /ɡreɪndʒ/
an outlying farm
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
Heriot
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From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
a message received and understood
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
interposed
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From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
lendverbUS /lend/
bestow a quality on
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
a form of address for a man
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
kill intentionally and with premeditation
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
nephewnounUS /ˈnefjuː/
a son of your brother or sister
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
information about recent and important events
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
overheardverbUS /ˈoʊvərˈhɜːrd/
inflected form of “overhear” — hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
parlornounUS /ˈpɑːrlər/
reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
express in words
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
Shakespeare'snounUS /ˈʃeɪkspiːrz/
possessive form of “shakespeare” — English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
in an aggressive manner
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
SimonnounUS /ˈsaɪmən/
one of the twelve Apostles (first century)
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
in the near future
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
sturdyadjectiveUS /ˈstɜːrdi/
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
tavernnounUS /ˈtævərn/
a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Finding himself in the course of the morning in the tavern parlor, he overheard the conversation of those assembled there.
The passage at the back of the mouth.
From this reading “They do say that Mr. Heriot himself has had his throat cut by his own nephew,” said the bearer of the news.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AS if to lend color to Shakespeare’s fears, he was soon to hear disquieting news.
What's
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From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
which person or people
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
yeomannounUS /ˈjoʊmən/
officer in the (ceremonial) bodyguard of the British monarch
From this reading A sturdy yeoman, it seemed, was full of information concerning a murder that had been committed during the night at the Grange, the house of Mr. Simon Heriot, along the Banbury Road.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “What’s that you say?” sharply interposed a man who sat in the corner drinking his morning flagon.
