Chapter XI

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

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

matters of personal concern

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

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

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

the event of one object coming closer to another

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

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

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

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

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

plural of “ball” — round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

overfilled or compacted or concentrated

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

causing or capable of causing death

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

in or to another place

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

to or in any or all places

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

being or in accordance with current social fashions

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

become quiet or still; fall silent

From this reading HUSH MONEY!

incapability of existing or occurring

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

have an emotional or cognitive impact upon

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

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

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

the force of workers available

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading HUSH MONEY!

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

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

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

in other respects or ways

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

uniquely or characteristically

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

in a sporadic manner

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

plural of “poseur” — a person who habitually pretends to be something he is not

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

unrestrained merrymaking

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

travel through water

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

carry out

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

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

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

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

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

lacking intelligence

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

under normal conditions

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

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

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

during the time that

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

which person or people

From this reading Of course there are always people who like to be “seen everywhere” in order to give their friends the impression that they are “in the swim” of London life, fashionable and otherwise.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Such folk you will usually find to be _poseurs_ of a peculiarly unintelligent type, the sort of men and women who are never natural, never “themselves” as it is called, and who act and talk always to impress those who may see or hear them.

the words that are spoken

From this reading Many, in reality, are deadly dull affairs, and respectable beyond words, while others are so crowded that dancing becomes an impossibility.

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

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading You would think, judging by the newspapers, that the great balls which take place periodically in London at the Albert Hall and elsewhere presented scenes of wild delight approaching revelry.