used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
advantagesnounUS /ædˈvæntɪdʒɪz/
plural of “advantage” — the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
Boldside
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From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
cause to be bored
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
customernounUS /ˈkʌstəmər/
someone who pays for goods or services
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
recognizable; marked
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
encounteredverbUS /ɪnˈkaʊntərd/
past form of “encounter” — come together
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
having unexpected good fortune
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
usually; as a rule
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
genialadjectiveUS /ˈdʒiːnjəl/
diffusing warmth and friendliness
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
a man of refinement
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
Harry's
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From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
hesitatingadjectiveUS /ˈhezəteɪtɪŋ/
lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
the state of being honored
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
indebtedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdetɪd/
owing gratitude or recognition to another for help or favors etc
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
ingratiatingadjectiveUS /ˌɪŋˈɡreɪʃieɪtɪŋ/
capable of winning favor
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
social deportment
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
mercilessadjectiveUS /ˈmɜːrsələs/
having or showing no mercy
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
Messrs
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From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
a form of address for a man
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
partnernounUS /ˈpɑːrtnər/
a person's partner in marriage
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
penaltynounUS /ˈpenəlti/
the act of punishing
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
publishingnounUS /ˈpʌblɪʃɪŋ/
the business of issuing printed matter for sale or distribution
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
resonantadjectiveUS /ˈrezənənt/
characterized by resonance
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
roundlyadverbUS /ˈraʊndli/
in a round manner
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
senioradjectiveUS /ˈsiːnjər/
older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
term of address for a man
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE DOCTOR MEANS MISCHIEF ON the day after Lord Harry's description of the state of his mind reached London, a gentleman presented himself at the publishing office of Messrs. Boldside Brothers, and asked for the senior partner, Mr. Peter Boldside.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
the act of using
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
Vimpany
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From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
at the time that
From this reading When he sent in his card, it bore the name of "Mr. Vimpany."
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading His ingratiating manners, his genial smile, his roundly resonant voice, were personal advantages of which he made a merciless use.
which person or people
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The literary customer who entered the office, hesitating before the question of publishing a work at his own expense, generally decided to pay the penalty when he encountered Mr. Peter Boldside.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "To what fortunate circumstance am I indebted, sir, for the honour of your visit?" the senior partner inquired.
