used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
authoritiesnounUS /əˈθɔːrətiz/
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
BANQUETnounUS /ˈbæŋkwət/
a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
ChickennounUS /ˈtʃɪkən/
the flesh of a chicken used for food
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
the person or thing chosen or selected
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
chopsnounUS /tʃɑːps/
plural of “chop” — the irregular motion of waves (usually caused by wind blowing in a direction opposite to the tide)
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
clericaladjectiveUS /ˈklerəkəl/
of or relating to clerks
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
ClustersnounUS /ˈklʌstərz/
plural of “cluster” — a grouping of a number of similar things
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
colonynounUS /ˈkɑːləni/
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
communitynounUS /kəˈmjuːnəti/
a group of people living in a particular local area
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading The banquet consisted of four courses.
determine the number or amount of
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
coursesnounUS /ˈkɔːrsəz/
plural of “course” — education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading The banquet consisted of four courses.
crustnounUS /krʌst/
the outer layer of the Earth
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
denouncedverbUS /dɪˈnaʊnst/
past form of “denounce” — speak out against
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
dignitariesnounUS /ˈdɪɡnəteriz/
plural of “dignitary” — an important or influential (and often overbearing) person
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
elaborateadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæbrət/
marked by complexity and richness of detail
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
fancifuladjectiveUS /ˈfænsɪfəl/
indulging in or influenced by fancy
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading The banquet consisted of four courses.
Frontenac
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
garnishedverbUS /ˈɡɑːrnɪʃt/
past form of “garnish” — take a debtor's wages on legal orders, such as for child support
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
coins made of gold
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
gold-coloredadjective
having the color of gold
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
staying power
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
magnificencenoun
splendid or imposing in size or appearance
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
muttonnounUS /ˈmʌtən/
meat from a mature domestic sheep
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
very light colored; highly diluted with white
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
piesnounUS /paɪz/
plural of “pie” — dish baked in pastry-lined pan often with a pastry top
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
primeadjectiveUS /praɪm/
first in rank or degree
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
located or moved above the surround or above the normal position
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
severelyadverbUS /səˈvɪrli/
to a severe or serious degree
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
shapesnounUS /ʃeɪps/
plural of “shape” — any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
From this reading Clusters of lights flashed on gold and silver plate.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
soupnounUS /suːp/
liquid food especially of meat or fish or vegetable stock often containing pieces of solid food
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
suppersnounUS /ˈsʌpərz/
plural of “supper” — a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
venisonnounUS /ˈvenəsən/
meat from a deer used as food
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
VICE-REGAL
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
belonging to which person
From this reading Chicken soup was served first; then followed prime legs of mutton garnished with chops, and choice venison pies whose pale gold-colored crust was raised in fanciful shapes.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The service of the table was arranged with elaborate magnificence.
worldlyadjectiveUS /ˈwɜːrldli/
characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world
From this reading _A VICE-REGAL BANQUET._ THE Count de Frontenac entertained the dignitaries of the colony at one of those late suppers which had been so severely denounced by the clerical authorities, but which were so highly enjoyed by the more worldly portion of the community.
