used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
abandonverbUS /əˈbændən/
forsake, leave behind
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
AbbreviatedadjectiveUS /əˈbriːvieɪtɪd/
(of clothing) very short
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
accidentallyadverbUS /ˌæksəˈdentəli/
without advance planning
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
AccommodationnounUS /əˌkɑːməˈdeɪʃən/
making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
how long something has existed
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
AmericansnounUS /əˈmerəkənz/
plural of “american” — a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
ApologiesnounUS /əˈpɑːlədʒiːz/
plural of “apology” — an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
attackedverbUS /əˈtækt/
past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
brought into existence
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
past form of “care” — feel concern or interest
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
ComfortsnounUS /ˈkʌmfərts/
things that make you comfortable and at ease
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
ConsolationnounUS /ˌkɑːnsəˈleɪʃən/
the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
CranberrynounUS /ˈkrænberi/
any of numerous shrubs of genus Vaccinium bearing cranberries
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
separate with or as if with an instrument
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
diningnounUS /ˈdaɪnɪŋ/
the act of eating dinner
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
DishnounUS /dɪʃ/
a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
DishesnounUS /ˈdɪʃəz/
plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
take in solid food
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
elsewhereadverbUS /ˈelswer/
in or to another place
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
gashing
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From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
Heaven'snounUS /ˈhevənz/
possessive form of “heaven” — any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
icedverbUS /aɪst/
past form of “ice” — decorate with frosting
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
Jonathan'snounUS /ˈdʒɑːnəθənz/
possessive form of “jonathan” — red late-ripening apple; primarily eaten raw
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
KnivesnounUS /naɪvz/
plural of “knife” — edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
be an inhabitant of or reside in
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
lower-classadjective
occupying the lowest socioeconomic position in a society
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
MenunounUS /ˈmenjuː/
a list of dishes available at a restaurant
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
the one or ones belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
absolutely essential
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
NegronounUS /ˈniːɡroʊ/
a person with African ancestry, "Negro" and "Negroid" are archaic and pejorative today
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
OvalnounUS /ˈoʊvəl/
a closed plane curve resulting from the intersection of a circular cone and a plane cutting completely through it
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
the time that has elapsed
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
patriarchsnounUS /ˈpeɪtriɑːrks/
plural of “patriarch” — title for the heads of the Eastern Orthodox Churches (in Istanbul and Alexandria and Moscow and Jerusalem)
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
platedverbUS /ˈpleɪtɪd/
past form of “plate” — coat with a layer of metal
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
preventsverbUS /prɪˈvents/
third-person singular of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
problemnounUS /ˈprɑːbləm/
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
the activity of protecting someone or something
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
rendersnounUS /ˈrendərz/
plural of “render” — a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
reservedadjectiveUS /rɪˈzɜːrvd/
set aside for the use of a particular person or party
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
SaucenounUS /sɔːs/
flavorful relish or dressing or topping served as an accompaniment to food
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
SnakenounUS /sneɪk/
limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
solvingnounUS /ˈsɑːlvɪŋ/
finding a solution to a problem
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
not in physical motion
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
express a supposition
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
carry out
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
separate or cause to separate abruptly
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
TemptingadjectiveUS /ˈtemptɪŋ/
highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
toughadjectiveUS /tʌf/
not given to gentleness or sentimentality
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
TravellersnounUS /ˈtrævələrz/
plural of “traveller” — a person who changes location
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
TumblernounUS /ˈtʌmblər/
a gymnast who performs rolls and somersaults and twists etc.
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
TurkeynounUS /ˈtɜːrki/
large gallinaceous bird with fan-shaped tail; widely domesticated for food
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
uncookedadjective
not cooked
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
unfiltered
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From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
precisely as stated
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
WaiternounUS /ˈweɪtər/
a person whose occupation is to serve at table (as in a restaurant)
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
WaitressesnounUS /ˈweɪtrəsɪz/
plural of “waitress” — a woman waiter
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I suppose that, as half the lower-class Americans still eat with their knives, it was necessary to abandon the idea of having steel knives, for fear of their accidentally gashing their faces.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading The great mass of the American people live on tough meat uncooked, and iced water unfiltered.
Water-drinkers
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading _Jonathan's Table.--Danger of Steel Knives.--The Americans are Water-drinkers.--I discover a Snake in my Tumbler.--The Negro Waiter Comforts Me.--Accommodation for Travellers.--The Menu.--Abbreviated Dinner.--The Little Oval Dishes.--Turkey and Cranberry Sauce.--A not very Tempting Dish.--Consolation of Knowing that the Waitresses are well cared for.--Something to Eat, for Heaven's Sake!--Humble Apologies to Mine Host._
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
in the company of; together with
From this reading That which renders the problem of dining almost past solving is, that the meat has to be attacked with plated knives, which tear but do not cut it.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading I take it for granted that sheep and cattle are born at as tender an age in America as elsewhere; but the Society for the Protection of Animals probably prevents their being killed for food while they are young enough to enjoy life, and so the patriarchs alone are reserved for the table.
