Chapter IX

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

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

past form of “act” — perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

plural of “age” — how long something has existed

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

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

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

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

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

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From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

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

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

see with attention

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

a series of things depending on each other as if linked together

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

plural of “country” — a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

something used to beautify

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

-ing form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

past form of “enact” — order by virtue of superior authority; decree

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

represented as greater than is true or reasonable

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

opinion or judgment

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

United States historian noted for studies of Black American history (born in 1915)

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

plural of “garment” — an article of clothing

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

coins made of gold

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

death of a person

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

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

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

plural of “image” — an iconic mental representation

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

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

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

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

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

the quality of being just or fair

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

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 Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

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From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

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

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

plural of “peasant” — a country person

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

plural of “present” — the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

plural of “representation” — a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a quality that outshines the usual

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

regulating or controlling expenditure or personal behavior

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

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

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

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

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

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

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

precisely as stated

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

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

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

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

From this reading It was indeed like a May-day pageant, or like one of those scenes which we now-a-days see upon the stage, but which are but feeble representations of those that in former times were constantly acted in reality.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading What may be called representation was a part of that epoch.

at the time that

From this reading Though, it is true, we form exaggerated images of many things that we do not behold, imagination presents but a very faint idea of the splendour and decoration of those ages when sumptuary laws were enacted in various countries to prevent peasants from displaying gold and silver embroidery in their garments.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was in every palace, and in every castle, at the table of the grave citizen, with his gold chain, in the arm-chair of the justice, in the ball of the franklin.

the words that are spoken

From this reading The words of the old Earl gave a good idea of the picture which was presented to his eyes.