Chapter VI

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From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

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From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

used to show sadness, pity, or regret

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

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

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

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

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

plural of “artist” — a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

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

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

the month following July and preceding September

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

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

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it)

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

lacking hue or shades of grey; part white and part black

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

plural of “cartoon” — a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

an occurrence of something

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

inflected form of “confer” — have a conference in order to talk something over

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

third-person singular of “continue” — continue a certain state, condition, or activity

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

represented accurately or precisely

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

as deserved

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

plural of “design” — the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

a word used in exclamations of confusion

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

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From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

in an effective manner

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

many times at short intervals

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

liberal British statesman who served as prime minister four times (1809-1898)

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

in a joyous manner

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

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

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

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

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

a university degree with honors

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

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

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

enclosed in the same envelope or package

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

set up or lay the groundwork for

From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

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

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

aristocrats holding the rank of knight

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

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

From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

past form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

a particular point in time

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

a form of address for a man

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

superlative of “old” — (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

plural of “painter” — an artist who paints

From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

deliver a quick blow to

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

provided with a secure reputation

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

any object that is left unused or still extant

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch

From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

term of address for a man

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

the underside of footwear or a golf club

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

-ing form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

one who lives through affliction

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

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From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

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

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

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

From this reading Sir John Tenniel's busy pencil continues to be effectively employed in the pages of _Punch_; but he remains, alas! the sole survivor of the band of clever artists whose designs adorn the Christmas Books of Charles Dickens.

subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent

From this reading This subject is fully treated in my paper on "Dickens and _Punch_" in the _English Illustrated Magazine_, August 1891.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

a serviceman who has seen considerable active service

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

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

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

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From this reading Sir John is one of the oldest members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water-Colours.

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

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

belonging to which person

From this reading In June 1893 the distinction of knighthood was conferred upon the veteran artist, his name having been included in the list of Royal birthday honours, at the recommendation of Mr. Gladstone, whose face and figure he has so frequently delineated; thus for the first time were the claims of black-and-white draughtsmen deservedly recognised.

buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading It should be mentioned that, as in the case of Leech, many of Sir John Tenniel's _Punch_ cartoons are adapted from illustrations in the works of Dickens, these happily suggesting the political situation of the moment.