Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

the state of being absent

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

a message whose content is at variance with reason

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

a formal public statement

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

aroused or activated

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

a light long-handled racket used by badminton players

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “bottle” — a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

capturing interest as if by a spell

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

plural of “coaster” — a resident of a coastal area

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

plural of “cobweb” — a fabric so delicate and transparent as to resemble a web of a spider

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

-ing form of “comment” — make or write a comment on

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

outer bark of the cork oak; used for stoppers for bottles etc.

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

become fractured; break or crack on the surface only

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “crust” — the outer layer of the Earth

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

guilty of a misdeed

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose; jumping from one thing to another

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the quality of being unlike or dissimilar

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

having variety of character or form or components; or having increased variety

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

divisible by two

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

at any time

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

apart from; not including

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

marked by eager anticipation

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “experiment” — the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

the commercial activity of providing funds and capital

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

involving financial matters

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

plural of “fork” — cutlery used for serving and eating food

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “garment” — an article of clothing

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

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 Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

possessive form of “george” — 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 Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

plural of “gun” — a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

comparative of “heavy” — of comparatively great physical weight or density

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

prevent from being seen or discovered

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

of or relating to the study of history

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

having an illustrious reputation; respected

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the creation of something in the mind

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “knife” — edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

immediately past

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

held up in the air

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

something that is lost

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

of or relating to or caused by magnetism

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a Hebrew minor prophet of the 5th century BC

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a telegraph code in which letters and numbers are represented by strings of dots and dashes (short and long signals)

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

plural of “mouth” — the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a form of address for a man

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

informal or slang terms for mentally irregular

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

plural of “omnibus” — an anthology of articles on a related subject or an anthology of the works of a single author

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

above and across; more than

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

an artist who paints

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a human being

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

-ing form of “place” — put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

plural of “plate” — (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “platter” — a large shallow dish used for serving food

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

United States writer and poet (1809-1849)

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

plural of “poet” — a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

11th President of the United States; his expansionism led to the Mexican War and the annexation of California and much of the southwest (1795-1849)

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

the manner in which something is greeted

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

To recall to mind.

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

a new appraisal or evaluation

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

tear or be torn violently

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

providing abundant nourishment

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

continuously varying

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

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From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

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

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

in the near future

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

not in physical motion

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

communicating at a distance by electric transmission over wire

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

with tenderness; in a tender manner

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

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

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born in 1907)

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

plural of “topic” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

past form of “toss” — throw or toss with a light motion

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

showing disapproval; in a disparaging way

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

the act of using

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

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

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

(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 Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

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

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

at the time that

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

which person or people

From this reading Something more delicate, more human, more captivating than sport, finance, or politics; more satisfying than all the poets who ever lived, filled everybody's mind.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

plural of “winkle” — small edible marine snail; steamed in wine or baked

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Whether it was St. George's cheery announcement: “Well, gentlemen, I am sorry, but we still have each other, and so we will remember our guest in our hearts even if we cannot have his charming person,” or whether it was that the absence of Poe made little difference when a dinner with St. George was in question--certain it is that before many moments the delinquent poet was for the most part forgotten.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading With the shifting of the cloth and the placing of the coasters--the nuts, crusts of bread, and finger-bowls being within easy reach--most of this desultory talk ceased.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.

a late time of life

From this reading Certain Rip Van Winkles of bottles with tattered garments, dust-begrimed faces, and cobwebs in their hair were lifted tenderly from the side-board and awakened to consciousness (some of them hadn't opened their mouths for twenty years, except to have them immediately stopped with a new cork), and placed in the expectant coasters, Todd handling each one with the reverence of a priest serving in a temple.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading As the several dishes passed in review, Malachi in charge of the small arms--plates, knives, and forks--and Todd following with the heavier guns--silver platters and the like--the talk branched out to more diversified topics: the new omnibuses which had been allowed to run in the town; the serious financial situation, few people having recovered from the effects of the last great panic; the expected reception to Mr. Polk; the new Historical Society, of which every one present was a member except St. George and Harry; the successful experiments which the New York painter, a Mr. Morse, was making in what he was pleased to call Magnetic Telegraphy, and the absurdity of his claim that his invention would soon come into general use--every one commenting unfavorably except Richard Horn:--all these shuttlecocks being tossed into mid-air for each battledore to crack, and all these, with infinite tact the better to hide his own and his companions' disappointment over the loss of his honored guest--did St. George keep on the move.