1275
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From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
1780
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From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
AUTOMOBILEnounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
automobilesnounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːlz/
plural of “automobile” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
BaconnounUS /ˈbeɪkən/
back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
for the reason that
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
a period of 100 years
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
constructedverbUS /kənˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
currencynounUS /ˈkɜːrənsi/
the metal or paper medium of exchange that is presently used
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
DEVELOPMENTnounUS /dɪˈveləpmənt/
act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
enginesnounUS /ˈendʒənz/
plural of “engine” — motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
usually; as a rule
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
INDUSTRYnounUS /ˈɪndəstri/
the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
inventedverbUS /ˌɪnˈventəd/
past form of “invent” — come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
machinesnounUS /məˈʃiːnz/
plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
manuallyadverbUS /ˈmænjuːəli/
by hand
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
motivenounUS /ˈmoʊtɪv/
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
not any; not one
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
operatedverbUS /ˈɑːpəreɪtəd/
past form of “operate” — direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
originatedverbUS /ərˈɪdʒəneɪtəd/
past form of “originate” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
possibilitiesnounUS /ˌpɑːsəˈbɪlətiz/
plural of “possibility” — a future prospect or potential
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
concerned with actual use or practice
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
PrioradjectiveUS /ˈpraɪər/
earlier in time
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
propellingadjectiveUS /prəˈpelɪŋ/
tending to or capable of propelling
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
unusual or striking
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
respectsnounUS /rɪˈspekts/
(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
Roger
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading DEVELOPMENT OF THE INDUSTRY.--The development of the industry has been a peculiar one, in some respects.
speculatedverbUS /ˈspekjəleɪtɪd/
past form of “speculate” — to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
steamverbUS /stiːm/
travel by means of steam power
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
valvesnounUS /vælvz/
plural of “valve” — a structure in a hollow organ (like the heart) with a flap to insure one-way flow of fluid through it
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
wagonsnounUS /ˈwæɡənz/
plural of “wagon” — any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
WattnounUS /wɑːt/
a unit of power equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a resistance of 1 ohm
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
at the time that
From this reading This is remarkable, when it is understood that the steam engine, as constructed by Watt, was not invented until about 1780.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Prior to Watt, steam engines were in operation, the valves of which were manually operated.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading As early as the year 1275, Roger Bacon speculated on the possibilities of using steam, or some other form of motive power on wagons, for propelling them.
a late time of life
From this reading AUTOMOBILE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT It is generally believed that automobiles originated within the present century, this idea having gained currency because, until within the past twenty years, no practical machines were put on the market.
