Chapter IX · Chapter 9

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

gotten through environmental forces

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

in the past

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

possessing life

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

in addition

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

a cherished desire

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

any thing at all

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

get the meaning of something

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

relating to or characteristic of art or artists

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

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

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

very dark wood of any of several blackwood trees

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

plural of “caricature” — a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

someone who parodies in an exaggerated manner

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

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From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

deem to be

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

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

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

have supper; eat dinner

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

a boy or man

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

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

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

usually; as a rule

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

sharpen with a hone

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

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

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

and nothing more

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

used to form the superlative

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

not any; not one

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading He seems to have no plan--almost no ambition--and, I apprehend, not much industry.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

being ten more than fifty

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

the utterance of intelligible speech

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

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

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

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

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

arousing affect

From this reading He himself, indeed, appears to be the most careless creature alive, as touching his reputation.

which person or people

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Generally speaking, people consider him as a clever, sharp _caricaturist_, and nothing more; a free-handed, comical young fellow, who will do anything he is paid for, and who is quite contented to dine off the proceeds of a 'George IV.' to-day, and those of a 'Hone,' or a 'Cobbett' to-morrow.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.

a late time of life

From this reading _THE CARICATURES OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK._ SIXTY YEARS AGO.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Just sixty years ago, a writer in _Blackwood_ spoke of the subject of the present chapter (then a young man who had already acquired an artistic reputation) in the following terms:-- "It is high time that the public should think more than they have hitherto done of George Cruikshank; and it is also high time that George Cruikshank should begin to think more than he seems to have done hitherto of himself.