used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
(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 No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
appointmentnounUS /əˈpɔɪntmənt/
the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
Attorney-General
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From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
belowprepositionUS /bɪˈloʊ/
at or to a lower level than something
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
breachverbUS /briːtʃ/
act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
made or become different in nature or form
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
Cobham
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From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
placed crosswise
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
DillnounUS /dɪl/
aromatic Old World herb having aromatic threadlike foliage and seeds used as seasoning
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
discomfortnounUS /dɪˈskʌmfərt/
the state of being tense and feeling pain
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
divestverbUS /daɪˈvest/
take away possessions from someone
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
doctor'snounUS /ˈdɑːktərz/
possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
Dr
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From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
dustedverbUS /ˈdʌstɪd/
past form of “dust” — remove the dust from
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
move gently or carefully
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
exploreverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
inquire into
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
the act of giving
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
the act of departing
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
a social unit living together
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
intimatedverbUS /ˈɪntəmeɪtɪd/
past form of “intimate” — give to understand
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
Kilkenny
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From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
moralistnounUS /ˈmɔːrəlɪst/
a philosopher who specializes in morals and moral problems
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
not any; not one
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
possessornounUS /pəˈzesər/
a person who owns something
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
sanctumnounUS /ˈsæŋktəm/
a place of inviolable privacy
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
self-reproachnoun
a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
sensibilitiesnounUS /ˌsensɪˈbɪlɪtiz/
plural of “sensibility” — mental responsiveness and awareness
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
smartened
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From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
comparatives of “soon” or “early”
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
Stapylton
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From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading The doctor's study--the sanctum in which the interview should be held--had to be dusted and smartened up.
superioritynounUS /ˌsuːpɪriˈɔːrɪti/
the quality of being superior
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
themenounUS /θiːm/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
a source of difficulty
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading No regret for any disappointment he might be giving to the village doctor, no self-reproach for the breach of an engagement--all of his own making--crossed his mind.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading No sooner, however, had he learned that fact than he changed his purpose, and intimated his intention of running up for a day to Kilkenny, to hear what was going on in the regiment.
at the time that
From this reading When Captain Stapylton made his appointment to wait on Dr. Dill, he was not aware that the Attorney-General was expected at Cobham.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
but in spite of that
From this reading It is, indeed, a theme for a moralist to explore, the ease with which a certain superiority in station can divest its possessor of all care for the sensibilities of those below him; and yet in the little household of the doctor that promised visit was the source of no small discomfort and trouble.
