used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
affectionateadjectiveUS /əˈfekʃənət/
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
AmelianounUS /əˈmiːljə/
congenital absence of an arm or leg
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
apothecarynounUS /əˈpɑːθəkeri/
a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
attendantnounUS /əˈtendənt/
someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
bagsnounUS /bæɡz/
plural of “bag” — a flexible container with a single opening
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
see with attention
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
a mountain or tall hill
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
butlernounUS /ˈbʌtlər/
a manservant (usually the head servant of a household) who has charge of wines and the table
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
confineverbUS /kənˈfaɪn/
place limits on (extent or amount or access)
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
EverydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
very good; of the highest quality
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
galanounUS /ˈɡælə/
a gay festivity
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
gleamverbUS /ɡliːm/
be shiny, as if wet
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
Glen-Morgan
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From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
grandsonnounUS /ˈɡrændsʌn/
a male grandchild
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
heir-apparent
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From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
Hero'snounUS /ˈhɪroʊz/
possessive form of “hero” — a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
housemaids
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
liveries
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From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
moorsnounUS /mʊrz/
plural of “moor” — one of the Muslim people of north Africa; of mixed Arab and Berber descent; converted to Islam in the 8th century; conqueror of Spain in the 8th century
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
MorgannounUS /ˈmɔːrɡən/
United States anthropologist who studied the Seneca (1818-1881)
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
a set of two similar things considered as a unit
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
parsonnounUS /ˈpɑːrsən/
a person authorized to conduct religious worship
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
pegsnounUS /peɡz/
plural of “peg” — a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
personalsnounUS /ˈpɜːrsɪnɪlz/
plural of “personal” — a short newspaper article about a particular person or group
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
deserving or inciting pity
From this reading It was a gleam of joy to poor old Morgan to behold his grandson, for he was fond and John was affectionate.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
requisitionnounUS /ˌrekwəˈzɪʃən/
the act of requiring; an authoritative request or demand, especially by a military or public authority that takes something over (usually temporarily) for military or public use
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
respectsnounUS /rɪˈspekts/
(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
RichardsnounUS /ˈrɪtʃərdz/
English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979)
From this reading The parson, lawyer and apothecary were in their places, the old butler in gala, and Mrs. Richards with her attendant housemaids in high requisition.
roadsnounUS /roʊdz/
a partly sheltered anchorage
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
put a saddle on
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
steeringnounUS /ˈstɪrɪŋ/
the act of guiding or showing the way
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
sun-rise
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Every body in the house ran to pay him their respects: the green and red liveries were taken off their pegs, and dinner was served up in state as to the heir-apparent.
the act of using
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
WelchverbUS /weltʃ/
cheat by avoiding payment of a gambling debt
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _Our Hero’s Visit to Amelia Jones._ John and old Ben, carrying his personals in a pair of saddle bags, were on their way to Glen-Morgan the next morning before sun-rise.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
œconomy
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From this reading Ben was an excellent guide across Welch moors and mountains, and did not confine himself to the roads, that were in use, but had the art of steering to his point with great œconomy of time and distance.
