used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
accostedverbUS /əˈkɑːstɪd/
past form of “accost” — speak to someone
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
react verbally
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
colleaguenounUS /ˈkɑːliɡ/
an associate that one works with
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
comicadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːmɪk/
arousing or provoking laughter
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
ConstantinenounUS /ˈkɑːnstəntiːn/
Emperor of Rome who stopped the persecution of Christians and in 324 made Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire; in 330 he moved his capital from Rome to Byzantium and renamed it Constantinople (280-337)
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
ConstitutionnounUS /ˌkɑːnstəˈtuːʃən/
law determining the fundamental political principles of a government
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
traveling across
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
editornounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
editorshipnounUS /ˈedətərʃɪp/
the position of editor
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
ephemeraladjectiveUS /ɪˈfemərəl/
lasting a very short time
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
exteriornounUS /ɪkˈstɪriər/
the region that is outside of something
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
set up or found
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
HELLAS
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From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
hilariouslyadverbUS /hɪˈleriəsli/
in a hilarious manner
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
impededadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpiːdɪd/
made difficult or slow
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
lastedverbUS /ˈlæstəd/
past form of “last” — persist for a specified period of time
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
the act of departing
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
legaladjectiveUS /ˈliːɡəl/
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
leisurenounUS /ˈleʒər/
time available for ease and relaxation
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
lighternounUS /ˈlaɪtər/
a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
newspapersnounUS /ˈnuːzpeɪpərz/
plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
not any; not one
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
obstructionnounUS /əbˈstrʌkʃən/
any structure that makes progress difficult
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
OppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
parchmentnounUS /ˈpɑːrtʃ.mənt/
A stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, used for writing.
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
perquisitesnounUS /ˈpɜːrkwəzɪts/
plural of “perquisite” — an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
the state of being held in high esteem and honor
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
satellitesnounUS /ˈsætəlaɪts/
plural of “satellite” — man-made equipment that orbits around the earth or the moon
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
satiricaladjectiveUS /səˈtɪrəkəl/
exposing human folly to ridicule
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
Selaka's
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From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
make square
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
Stavros
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From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
sternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
telegramnounUS /ˈteləɡræm/
a message transmitted by telegraph
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
Tenos
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From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A FIGHT IN THE CAMP OF HELLAS.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading “This is the best answer to my telegram, Constantine,” said Stavros.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
UniversitynounUS /ˌjuːnəˈvɜːrsəti/
the body of faculty and students at a university
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
unremunerativeadjective
not yielding profit or recompense
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
unsuccessfuladjectiveUS /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfəl/
not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
variedadjectiveUS /ˈverid/
characterized by variety
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
venturousadjective
disposed to venture or take risks
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading His stern profession by no means impeded the unsuccessful editorship of several newspapers--comic, political and satirical, each of which enjoyed a kind of ephemeral reputation and lasted about six months, leaving the venturous editor with a lighter pocket, and now he was Selaka’s colleague in obstruction.
belonging to which person
From this reading Crossing Constitution Square the king of Tenos was hilariously accosted by one of his satellites, a member of the Opposition and a lawyer of parchment exterior, whose career had been varied as it was unremunerative.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Starting in life as domestic servant, he had found leisure to attend the University, and buy legal books with his perquisites.
