used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
adagenounUS /ˈædədʒ/
a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
affordedverbUS /əˈfɔːrdəd/
past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
APPEARANCESnounUS /əˈpɪrənsəz/
plural of “appearance” — outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
aptadjectiveUS /æpt/
(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
avocationnounUS /ˌævəˈkeɪʃən/
an auxiliary activity
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
brought into existence
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
criticsnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪks/
plural of “critic” — a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
desertsnounUS /ˈdezərts/
plural of “desert” — arid land with little or no vegetation
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
discernedverbUS /dɪˈsɜːrnd/
past form of “discern” — detect with the senses
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
discussionnounUS /dɪˈskʌʃən/
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
dramaticadjectiveUS /drəˈmætɪk/
suitable to or characteristic of drama
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
Ellen
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
expertsnounUS /ˈekspərts/
plural of “expert” — a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
a social unit living together
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
Not remembered; lapsed from memory.
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
heroinenounUS /ˈheroʊən/
the main good female character in a work of fiction
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
indifferencenounUS /ˌɪnˈdɪfərəns/
unbiased impartial unconcern
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
determine the result of (a competition)
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
Kate
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
KeannounUS /kiːn/
English actor noted for his portrayals of Shakespeare's great tragic characters (1789-1833)
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
memorableadjectiveUS /ˈmemərəbəl/
worth remembering
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
milestonenounUS /ˈmaɪlstoʊn/
stone post at side of a road to show distances
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
nebulousadjectiveUS /ˈnebjələs/
lacking definite form or limits
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
opportunitiesnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnətiz/
plural of “opportunity” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
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 As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
performancenounUS /pərˈfɔːrməns/
a dramatic or musical entertainment
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
phrasenounUS /freɪz/
an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
Princess'snounUS /ˈprɪnsesɪz/
possessive form of “princess” — a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign)
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
established beyond doubt
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
régime
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
carry out
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
plural of “tell” — a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
TerrynounUS /ˈteri/
English actress (1847-1928)
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
theatricaladjectiveUS /θiˈætrɪkəl/
of or relating to the theater
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
in or at that place or location
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
time-worn
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From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
triumphantadjectiveUS /traɪˈʌmfənt/
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
precisely as stated
From this reading As to the very first public appearance of the heroine of these pages there has been much discussion.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
at the time that
From this reading When any one deserts an avocation to "take to the stage," as the phrase goes, a first performance is a milestone on the road of life and is never forgotten.
which person or people
From this reading A time-worn adage tells us not to judge by first appearances, but those experts who discerned the extraordinary promise of these children in the opportunities afforded them under the memorable Charles Kean _régime_, at the Princess's Theatre, proved themselves to be true dramatic critics.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
in the company of; together with
From this reading With children who, coming from a theatrical family, are, as it were, born to the stage, it is almost a matter of indifference, and is apt to become nebulous.
Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.
From this reading FIRST APPEARANCES The first appearances on the stage of Kate and Ellen Terry were in every respect triumphant, and in theatrical history will always be held worthy of record.
