inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense
From this reading AN ABSURD AMBITION.
a cherished desire
From this reading AN ABSURD AMBITION.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AN ABSURD AMBITION.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
the lower side of anything
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
CabinetnounUS /ˈkæbənət/
a piece of furniture resembling a cupboard with doors and shelves and drawers; for storage or display
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
calfnounUS /kæf/
young of domestic cattle
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
Coxon
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From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
dulyadverbUS /ˈduːli/
in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
give expression to
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
fatted
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From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
forthcomingadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/
at ease in talking to others
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
the act of departing
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
intimationsnounUS /ˌɪntəˈmeɪʃənz/
plural of “intimation” — an indirect suggestion
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
leakyadjectiveUS /ˈliːki/
permitting the unwanted passage of fluids or gases
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
magno
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
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 _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
marinounUS /ˈmɑːri/
a member of a rural Finnish people living in eastern Russia
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
a form of address for a man
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
a course of conduct
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
penitencenoun
remorse for your past conduct
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
Puttock
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From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
quoteverbUS /kwoʊt/
repeat a passage from
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
plural of “rose” — any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
sinkverbUS /sɪŋk/
fall or descend to a lower place or level
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
strewnverbUS /struːn/
inflected form of “strew” — spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic)
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
SuaveadjectiveUS /swɑːv/
having a sophisticated charm
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
tagverbUS /tæɡ/
attach a tag or label to
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading If he had one foot in that leaky boat, the other was on firm ground.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
treadverbUS /tred/
put down or press the foot, place the foot
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
unmistakableadjectiveUS /ˌʌnmɪˈsteɪkəbəl/
clearly evident to the mind
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
which person or people
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
in the company of; together with
From this reading If the Cabinet were going to the bottom, he was not to sink with it.
the words that are spoken
From this reading _Suave mari magno_--Like so many of us who quote these words, Mr. Coxon could not finish the line, but the tag as it stood was enough to express his feelings.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He had received unmistakable intimations that, if he would tread the path of penitence as Puttock had, the way should be strewn with roses, and the fatted calf duly forthcoming at the end of the journey.
