used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
accomplishingverbUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃɪŋ/
-ing form of “accomplish” — put in effect
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
arrivingverbUS /ərˈaɪvɪŋ/
-ing form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
attendingnounUS /əˈtendɪŋ/
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
BEINGauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
bundlenounUS /ˈbʌndəl/
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
CALIFORNIAnounUS /ˌkæləˈfɔːrnjə/
a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
causingnounUS /ˈkɑːzɪŋ/
the act of causing something to happen
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
clothing in general
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
containingverbUS /kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
dancesnounUS /ˈdænsəz/
plural of “dance” — an artistic form of nonverbal communication
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
DISAGREEverbUS /dɪsəˈɡriː/
be of different opinions
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
DISSIPATIONnounUS /ˌdɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/
breaking up and scattering by dispersion
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
dollarnounUS /ˈdɑːlər/
the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents
From this reading During this time I effected a sale of my fiddle for a gallon of whisky and a dollar in money.
take in liquids
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During this time I effected a sale of my fiddle for a gallon of whisky and a dollar in money.
earthlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrθli/
of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
effectedadjectiveUS /ɪˈfektɪd/
settled securely and unconditionally
From this reading During this time I effected a sale of my fiddle for a gallon of whisky and a dollar in money.
elatedadjectiveUS /ɪˈleɪtəd/
exultantly proud and joyful; in high spirits
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
fiddlenounUS /ˈfɪdəl/
bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
gallonnounUS /ˈɡælən/
United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters
From this reading During this time I effected a sale of my fiddle for a gallon of whisky and a dollar in money.
the act of departing
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
HamburgnounUS /ˈhæmbərɡ/
a port city in northern Germany on the Elbe River that was founded by Charlemagne in the 9th century and is today the largest port in Germany; in 1241 it formed an alliance with Lubeck that became the basis for the Hanseatic League
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
become part of; become a member of a group or organization
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
last-named
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
go away from a place
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
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 Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading During this time I effected a sale of my fiddle for a gallon of whisky and a dollar in money.
mulesnounUS /mjuːlz/
plural of “mule” — hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse; usually sterile
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
sporadically and infrequently
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
old-fashionedadjectiveUS /ˌoʊldˈfæʃənd/
out of fashion
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
and nothing more
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
OUTFITnounUS /ˈaʊtfɪt/
any cohesive unit such as a military company
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
possessionsnounUS /pəˈzeʃənz/
plural of “possession” — the act of having and controlling property
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
privilegesnounUS /ˈprɪvlədʒəz/
plural of “privilege” — a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
residencenounUS /ˈrezɪdəns/
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
REVELATIONnounUS /ˌrevəˈleɪʃən/
the speech act of making something evident
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
salenounUS /seɪl/
a particular instance of selling
From this reading During this time I effected a sale of my fiddle for a gallon of whisky and a dollar in money.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
somersaultsnounUS /ˈsʌmərsɔːlts/
plural of “somersault” — an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
SPICERadjectiveUS /ˈspaɪsər/
comparative of “spic” — completely neat and clean
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
STARTLINGadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
SydneynounUS /ˈsɪdni/
the largest Australian city located in southeastern Australia on the Tasman Sea; state capital of New South Wales; Australia's chief port
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
TAKENadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
in the direction of
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
uncle'snounUS /ˈʌŋkəlz/
possessive form of “uncle” — the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
UPBRAIDINGS
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From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
UTAHnounUS /ˈjuːtɔː/
a state in the western United States; settled in 1847 by Mormons led by Brigham Young
From this reading MY OUTFIT--DISSIPATION--START TO CALIFORNIA--UPBRAIDINGS FROM MY UNCLE--UNCLE AND AUNT DISAGREE--A STARTLING REVELATION, I LEARN THAT I AM BEING TAKEN TO UTAH--LEAVE MY UNCLE AND JOIN SPICER, TO AVOID GOING TO UTAH.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading On arriving at my uncle's residence he seemed quite elated to think he had a servant and companion, for this was the first step towards accomplishing a design at this time known only to himself.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
in or at the place that
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
whiskynounUS /ˈwɪski/
a liquor made from fermented mash of grain
From this reading Previous to starting out he extended a great many privileges to me, such as a drink of whisky, hunting cattle, attending dances and riding mules, the last-named sport occasionally causing me to turn unexpected somersaults.
in the company of; together with
From this reading We arrived safely at Sydney, where I took leave of my brother and started alone for Hamburg, with all my earthly possessions in my hand, which consisted of a small bundle containing a suit of old-fashioned clothes and a fiddle.
