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Bohemians of the Latin Quarter

Chapter V · Chapter 5

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THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.
Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.
Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_
_9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.
To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_
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Bohemians of the Latin Quarter

Chapter V · Chapter 5

Chapter 5 of Bohemians of the Latin Quarter is here in full — 159 sentences across 32 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.
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Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.
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Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_
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_9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.
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To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

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Abolition noun US /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery)

From this reading “Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_”

antagonists noun US /ænˈtæɡənəsts/

plural of “antagonist” — someone who offers opposition

From this reading “To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_”

certify verb US /ˈsɜːrtəfaɪ/

provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading “THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.”

imitative adjective US /ˈɪməteɪtɪv/

marked by or given to imitation

From this reading “Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_”

Marcel noun US /mɑːrˈsel/

a hairdo characterized by deep regular waves that are made by a heated curling iron

From this reading “THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.”

narrate verb US /ˈnereɪt/

provide commentary for a film, for example

From this reading “To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_”

Tristan noun US /ˈtrɪstæn/

(Middle Ages) the nephew of the king of Cornwall who (according to legend) fell in love with his uncle's bride (Iseult) after they mistakenly drank a love potion that left them eternally in love with each other

From this reading “To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_”

virtuoso noun US /vərtʃuːˈoʊsoʊ/

someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

From this reading “Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_”

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10

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From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

30

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From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

7

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From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

8

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From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

9

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From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

adeterminerUS /ə/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

AbolitionnounUS /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery)

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

accompaniedadjectiveUS /əˈkʌmpənid/

having companions or an escort

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

agencynounUS /ˈeɪdʒənsi/

an administrative unit of government

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

AlexandernounUS /ˌæləɡˈzændər/

European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

antagonistsnounUS /ænˈtæɡənəsts/

plural of “antagonist” — someone who offers opposition

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

anyadjectiveUS /ˈeni/

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

AppearancenounUS /əˈpɪrəns/

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

argumentnounUS /ˈɑːrɡjəmənt/

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

Artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

atprepositionUS /æt/

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

authorsnounUS /ˈɔːθərz/

plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

avoidverbUS /əˈvɔɪd/

stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

beauxiliary verbUS /biː/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

betweenprepositionUS /bɪˈtwiːn/

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

Bidault's

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From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

BlueadjectiveUS /bluː/

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

bothdeterminerUS /boʊθ/

the two together, not just one

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

BriskadjectiveUS /brɪsk/

quick and energetic

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

byprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

CARLOVINGIANnoun

a member of the Carolingian dynasty

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

certifyverbUS /ˈsɜːrtəfaɪ/

provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

ChristmasnounUS /ˈkrɪsməs/

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

COINverbUS /kɔɪn/

make up

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

Colline

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From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

collisionnounUS /kəˈlɪʒən/

(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

comedynounUS /ˈkɑːmədi/

light and humorous drama with a happy ending

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

companynounUS /ˈkʌmpəniː/

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

conversationnounUS /ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃən/

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

copiesnounUS /ˈkɑːpiz/

plural of “copy” — a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

copynounUS /ˈkɑːpi/

a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

DecembernounUS /dɪˈsembər/

the last (12th) month of the year

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

distributionnounUS /ˌdɪstrəˈbjuːʃən/

(statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

eminentadjectiveUS /ˈemənənt/

standing above others in quality or position

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

endnounUS /end/

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

ENTERTAINMENTnounUS /ˌentərˈteɪnmənt/

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

entrustedverbUS /enˈtrʌstɪd/

past form of “entrust” — confer a trust upon

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

essaynounUS /eˈseɪ/

an analytic or interpretive literary composition

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

EvenounUS /iːv/

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

fastenedadjectiveUS /ˈfæsənd/

firmly closed or secured

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

followingadjectiveUS /ˈfɑːloʊɪŋ/

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

FunnounUS /fʌn/

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

genuineadjectiveUS /ˈdʒenjəwən/

not fake or counterfeit

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

honornounUS /ˈɑːnər/

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

hundrednounUS /ˈhʌndrəd/

ten 10s

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

hyperphysical

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From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

IpronounUS /aɪ/

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

imitativeadjectiveUS /ˈɪməteɪtɪv/

marked by or given to imitation

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

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

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

InfluencenounUS /ˈɪnfluːəns/

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

invitationnounUS /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

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

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

LabornounUS /ˈleɪbər/

a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

letternounUS /ˈletər/

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

LifenounUS /laɪf/

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

literaturenounUS /ˈlɪtərətʃər/

creative writing of recognized artistic value

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

lovesnounUS /lʌvz/

plural of “love” — a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

MnounUS /em/

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

MarcelnounUS /mɑːrˈsel/

a hairdo characterized by deep regular waves that are made by a heated curling iron

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

masternounUS /ˈmæstər/

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

messengersnounUS /ˈmesəndʒərz/

plural of “messenger” — a person who carries a message

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

metaphysicaladjectiveUS /ˌmetəˈfɪzɪkəl/

pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics

From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

MountainnounUS /ˈmaʊntən/

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

narrateverbUS /ˈnereɪt/

provide commentary for a film, for example

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

nextadjectiveUS /nekst/

immediately following in time or order

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/

according to the clock

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

Odeon

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

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

onprepositionUS /ɑːn/

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

OpeningnounUS /ˈoʊpənɪŋ/

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

PnounUS /piː/

a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

PARTnounUS /pɑːrt/

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

penaltynounUS /ˈpenəlti/

the act of punishing

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

philosophernounUS /fəˈlɑːsəfər/

a specialist in philosophy

From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

PhilosophicaladjectiveUS /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkəl/

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading _9:30.--Philosophical and metaphysical argument between M. Colline, hyperphysical philosopher, and M. Schaunard.

pianonounUS /piˈænoʊ/

a keyboard instrument that is played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike tuned strings and produce sounds

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

playverbUS /pleɪ/

participate in games or sport

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

PROGRAMnounUS /ˈproʊɡræm/

a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

readingnounUS /ˈriːdɪŋ/

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

refusedverbUS /rəˈfjuːzd/

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

requestverbUS /rɪˈkwest/

express the need or desire for

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

Rodolphe

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

SnounUS /es/

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

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

saloonsnounUS /səˈluːnz/

plural of “saloon” — a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

SaturdaynounUS /ˈsætərdi/

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

Schaunard

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

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

SecondnounUS /ˈsekənd/

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

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

securelyadverbUS /sɪˈkjʊrli/

in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

shortadjectiveUS /ʃɔːrt/

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading Fun!_ _P.S. Life is short!_ _PROGRAM OF THE ENTERTAINMENT_ _PART I_ _7 o'clock--Opening of the saloons.

symphonynounUS /ˈsɪmfəni/

a long and complex sonata for symphony orchestra

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

talentedadjectiveUS /ˈtæləntɪd/

endowed with talent or talents

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

THEdeterminerUS /ðə/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

TheaternounUS /ˈθiːətər/

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

theypronounUS /ðeɪ/

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

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

toparticleUS /tuː/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

TowardsprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrdz/

in the direction of

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

tragedynounUS /ˈtrædʒədi/

an event resulting in great loss and misfortune

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

TristannounUS /ˈtrɪstæn/

(Middle Ages) the nephew of the king of Cornwall who (according to legend) fell in love with his uncle's bride (Iseult) after they mistakenly drank a love potion that left them eternally in love with each other

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

trueadjectiveUS /truː/

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

twonounUS /tuː/

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading To avoid any collision between the two antagonists, they will both be securely fastened._ _10.--M. Tristan, master of literature, will narrate his early loves, accompanied on the piano by M. Alexander Schaunard._ _10:30.--Second reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

virtuosonounUS /vərtʃuːˈoʊsoʊ/

someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

wepronounUS /wiː/

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

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

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

willmodal verbUS /wɪl/

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

wittyadjectiveUS /ˈwɪti/

combining clever conception and facetious expression

From this reading Brisk and witty conversation._ _8.--Appearance of the talented authors of "The Mountain in Labor," comedy refused at the Odeon Theater._ _8:30.--M. Alexander Schaunard, the eminent virtuoso, will play his imitative symphony, "The Influence of Blue in Art," on the piano._ _9.--First reading of the essay on the "Abolition of the penalty of tragedy."_

yourdeterminerUS /jɔːr/

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading THE CARLOVINGIAN COIN Towards the end of December the messengers of Bidault's agency were entrusted with the distribution of about a hundred copies of a letter of invitation, of which we certify that the following to be a true and genuine copy:-- ----- _M.M. Rodolphe and Marcel request the honor of your company on Saturday next, Christmas Eve.

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