Chapter XIX

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From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

past form of “abound” — be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

plural of “actor” — a theatrical performer

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle)

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

how long something has existed

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading THE ELIZABETHAN STAGE AND PLAYWRIGHTS.

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

a legal document calling someone to court to answer an indictment

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

inflected form of “clap” — put quickly or forcibly

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

a person who lived during the reign of Elizabeth I

From this reading THE ELIZABETHAN STAGE AND PLAYWRIGHTS.

plural of “entertainment” — an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

in an expensive manner

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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 Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

a community of people smaller than a village

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

English writer noted for his elaborate style (1554-1606)

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

used to form the superlative

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

as might be expected

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

possessive form of “paul” — United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

plural of “performer” — an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

plural of “playwright” — someone who writes plays

From this reading THE ELIZABETHAN STAGE AND PLAYWRIGHTS.

engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

a feeling of great happiness

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

plural of “rival” — the contestant you hope to defeat

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

plural of “school” — an educational institution

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading THE ELIZABETHAN STAGE AND PLAYWRIGHTS.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading THE ELIZABETHAN STAGE AND PLAYWRIGHTS.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.

the upper part of anything

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

plural of “university” — the body of faculty and students at a university

From this reading The Universities had their own amateur authors and performers.

a collection containing a variety of sorts of things

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

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

From this reading The rejoicing age of Elizabeth was fond of "variety entertainments".

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading The "children" of St. Paul's and other schools acted so naturally that, as we read in "Hamlet," they became serious rivals of the professional actors.[1] "An aery of children, little eyases, that cry out on the top of question, and are most tyrannically clapped for it, these are now the fashion".

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

From this reading The Court Masques, such as those of Lyly, and George Peele's "Arraignment of Paris," abounded in songs, music, and dancing, and were expensively furnished.