424
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From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
71
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From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
(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 our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
in addition
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
boldestadjectiveUS /ˈboʊldɪst/
superlative of “bold” — fearless and daring
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
ChampagnenounUS /ʃæmˈpeɪn/
a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
plural of “chance” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
cigarnounUS /sɪˈɡɑːr/
a roll of tobacco for smoking
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
considerablyadverbUS /kənˈsɪdərəbli/
to a great extent or degree
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
dejeuners
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From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
else
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From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
divisible by two
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
fourchette
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From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
funkers
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From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
highest in quality
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
half-wild
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From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
houndsnounUS /haʊndz/
plural of “hound” — any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
illustrationnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/
artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
IvynounUS /ˈaɪvi/
Old World vine with lobed evergreen leaves and black berrylike fruits
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
Longneck
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From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
luncheonsnounUS /ˈlʌntʃənz/
plural of “luncheon” — a midday meal
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
the force of workers available
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
a form of address for a man
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
oftentimesadverbUS /ˈɔːfəntaɪmz/
many times at short intervals
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
primedadjectiveUS /praɪmd/
(usually followed by “to” or “for”) on the point of or strongly disposed
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
cause to go somewhere
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading The greatest funkers, too, are oftentimes the boldest under the influence of false courage; so that the chances of mischief are considerably increased.
precisely as stated
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading We doubt not Mr. Longneck was very forward in that run.
any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading The mounted Champagne bottle smoking a cigar, at page 71, is a good illustration of what we mean.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
the least favorable outcome
From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
Wotherspoon
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From this reading All our Ivy Tower party were more or less primed, and even old Wotherspoon felt as if he could ride.
à
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From this reading 424m _Original Size_ HE worst of these _dejeuners à la fourchette_, and also of luncheons, is, that they waste the day, and then send men out half-wild to ride over the hounds or whatever else comes in their way.
