used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
ArmisticenounUS /ˈɑːrməstəs/
a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
Aurelle
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From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
BramblenounUS /ˈbræmbəl/
any of various rough thorny shrubs or vines
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
the shore of a sea or ocean
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
dancing-lessons
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From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
DANSE
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From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
DivisionnounUS /dɪˈvɪʒən/
an army unit large enough to sustain combat
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
Dundas
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From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
emergedverbUS /ɪˈmɜːrdʒd/
past form of “emerge” — come out into view, as from concealment
From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
at any time
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
fox-trots
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From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
Fraser
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From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
gramophonenoun
an antique record player; the sound of the vibrating needle is amplified acoustically
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Things look very rotten," he said.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
InfantnounUS /ˈɪnfənt/
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading "Things look very rotten," he said.
MACABREadjectiveUS /məˈkɑːbrə/
shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
MagicaladjectiveUS /ˈmædʒɪkəl/
possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
messnounUS /mes/
a state of confusion and disorderliness
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
used to form the superlative
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
NormannounUS /ˈnɔːrmən/
United States operatic soprano (born in 1945)
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
patronizedadjectiveUS /ˈpeɪtrənaɪzd/
having patronage or clients
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
red-hats
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From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
rottenadjectiveUS /ˈrɑːtən/
very bad
From this reading "Things look very rotten," he said.
(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
ScottishnounUS /ˈskɑːtɪʃ/
the dialect of English used in Scotland
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
term of address for a man
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
not in physical motion
From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading "Things look very rotten," he said.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
to-day
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From this reading DANSE MACABRE "Magical dancing still goes on in Europe to-day."--Sir James Fraser.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading "Doctor," said General Bramble, "this morning I received from London two new fox-trots for my gramophone."
unfoldedverbUS /ənˈfoʊldɪd/
past form of “unfold” — develop or come to a promising stage
From this reading Aurelle emerged from behind an unfolded copy of the _Times_.
precisely as stated
From this reading "Things look very rotten," he said.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Ever since the Armistice sent the Scottish Division into rest on the Norman coast, the Infant Dundas had been running a course of dancing-lessons at the mess, which were patronized by the most distinguished "red-hats."
