Chapter XVII · Bookies and Other Wild-Fowl

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

a cravat with wide square ends; secured with an ornamental pin

From this reading Ascot and Goodwood were the other “classic events” to which the descriptive writer would be despatched.

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

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

a creation of the highest excellence

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

a line of units following one after another

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

someone who communicates by means of letters

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

plural of “correspondent” — someone who communicates by means of letters

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

past form of “depend” — be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

a felt hat that is round and hard with a narrow brim

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

plural of “description” — a statement that represents something in words

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

serving to describe or inform or characterized by description

From this reading Ascot and Goodwood were the other “classic events” to which the descriptive writer would be despatched.

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From this reading Ascot and Goodwood were the other “classic events” to which the descriptive writer would be despatched.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

suitable to or characteristic of drama

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

very far away in space or time

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

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From this reading Ascot and Goodwood were the other “classic events” to which the descriptive writer would be despatched.

written or drawn or engraved

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

woodlands in full leaf

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

full of or characterized by humor

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

plural of “journal” — a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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 A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

a favorite saying of a sect or political group

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Ascot and Goodwood were the other “classic events” to which the descriptive writer would be despatched.

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From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

cause to go somewhere

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading One correspondent devoted himself to the journey down by road, a second described the journey by rail, and a third gave an animated pen-sketch of the course.

painstakingly careful and accurate

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

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

From this reading Ascot and Goodwood were the other “classic events” to which the descriptive writer would be despatched.

which person or people

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

belonging to which person

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.

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

From this reading A big newspaper would send as many as three special correspondents to “do” the Derby.

produce a literary work

From this reading MEMBERS of the literary staff of a newspaper were, in the far-off and half-forgotten days, deputed to write graphic descriptions of what are known as “the classic events” of the turf.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Indeed, some journals whose motto was “Thorough,” were accustomed to send a man to potter about the course the night before the Derby—a writer with the James Greenwood touch, who might be depended upon for a dramatic and humorous column and a half.