AdeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
accordinglyadverbUS /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
Ali'snounUS /ˈɑːliz/
possessive form of “ali” — United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship three times (born in 1942)
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
andeterminerUS /æn/
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
atprepositionUS /æt/
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
AuthornounUS /ˈɔːθər/
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
Author'snounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
awkwardadjectiveUS /ˈɑːkwərd/
causing inconvenience
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
barbernounUS /ˈbɑːrbər/
United States composer (1910-1981)
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
beauxiliary verbUS /biː/
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
Benowm
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
besideprepositionUS /bɪˈsaɪd/
next to; at the side of
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
boynounUS /bɔɪ/
a youthful male person
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
boy'snounUS /bɔɪz/
possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
bridenounUS /braɪd/
a woman who has recently been married
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
butconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
byprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
capacitynounUS /kəˈpæsəti/
capability to perform or produce
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
characternounUS /ˈkerɪktər/
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
circumstancesnounUS /ˈsɜːrkəmstænsəz/
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
collectverbUS /kəˈlekt/
get or gather together
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
commencementnounUS /kəˈmensmənt/
the time at which something is supposed to begin
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
concerningverbUS /kənˈsɜːrnɪŋ/
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
concludedadjectiveUS /kənˈkluːdəd/
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
confinementnounUS /kənˈfaɪnmənt/
concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
Demba
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
downadjectiveUS /daʊn/
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
duringprepositionUS /ˈdʊrɪŋ/
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
employmentnounUS /emˈplɔɪmənt/
the state of being employed or having a job
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
exhibitionnounUS /ˌeksəˈbɪʃən/
the act of exhibiting
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
extraordinaryadjectiveUS /ˌekstrəˈɔːrdəneri/
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
foundverbUS /faʊnd/
set up or found
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
fromprepositionUS /frʌm/
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
fulladjectiveUS /fʊl/
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
funeralnounUS /ˈfjuːnərəl/
a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
grassverbUS /ɡræs/
shoot down, of birds
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
handnounUS /hænd/
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
handsnounUS /hændz/
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
headnounUS /hed/
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
heldadjectiveUS /held/
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
hesitationnounUS /ˌhezəˈteɪʃən/
indecision in speech or action
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
honouredverbUS /ˈɑːnərd/
past form of “honour” — bestow honor or rewards upon
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
horsesnounUS /ˈhɔːrsəz/
plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
IpronounUS /aɪ/
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
illustrativeadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈlʌstrətɪv/
clarifying by use of examples
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
improperadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈprɑːpər/
not suitable or right or appropriate
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
inchesnounUS /ˈɪntʃəz/
plural of “inch” — a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
incisionnounUS /ˌɪnˈsɪʒən/
a depression scratched or carved into a surface
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
indolentadjectiveUS /ˈɪndələnt/
disinclined to work or exertion
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
instrumentnounUS /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
a device that requires skill for proper use
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
keepverbUS /kiːp/
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
kingnounUS /kɪŋ/
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
ladiesnounUS /ˈleɪdiz/
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
lastadjectiveUS /læst/
immediately past
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
longadjectiveUS /lɔːŋ/
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
Ludamar
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
madeadjectiveUS /meɪd/
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
makeverbUS /meɪk/
engage in
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
mannernounUS /ˈmænər/
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
mannersnounUS /ˈmænərz/
social deportment
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
mepronounUS /miː/
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
MoorishnounUS /ˈmʊrɪʃ/
a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
MoorsnounUS /mʊrz/
plural of “moor” — one of the Muslim people of north Africa; of mixed Arab and Berber descent; converted to Islam in the 8th century; conqueror of Spain in the 8th century
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
MydeterminerUS /maɪ/
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
myselfpronounUS /ˌmaɪˈself/
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
nodeterminerUS /noʊ/
not any; not one
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
observingadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvɪŋ/
quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
occurrencesnounUS /əˈkɜːrənsɪz/
plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
officenounUS /ˈɔːfɪs/
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
orderedadjectiveUS /ˈɔːrdərd/
having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
OtheradjectiveUS /ˈʌðər/
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
outadjectiveUS /aʊt/
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
ownverbUS /oʊn/
have ownership or possession of
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
personnounUS /ˈpɜːrsən/
a human being
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
presencenounUS /ˈprezəns/
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
presentverbUS /ˈprezənt/
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
princenounUS /prɪns/
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
proceedverbUS /prəˈsiːd/
continue talking
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
projectsnounUS /ˈprɑːdʒekts/
plural of “project” — any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
putverbUS /pʊt/
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
razornounUS /ˈreɪzər/
edge tool used in shaving
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
receivesverbUS /rəˈsiːvz/
third-person singular of “receive” — get something; come into possession of
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
resignverbUS /rɪˈzaɪn/
leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
respectableadjectiveUS /rɪˈspektəbəl/
characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
rigidadjectiveUS /ˈrɪdʒəd/
incapable of or resistant to bending
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
royaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
sandnounUS /sænd/
a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
satnounUS /sæt/
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
seatedadjectiveUS /ˈsiːtɪd/
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
sentnounUS /sent/
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
shapenounUS /ʃeɪp/
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
shavingnounUS /ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/
the act of removing hair with a razor
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
skillnounUS /skɪl/
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
slightnounUS /slaɪt/
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
smalladjectiveUS /smɔːl/
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
someadjectiveUS /sʌm/
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
son'snounUS /sʌnz/
possessive form of “son” — a male human offspring
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
tasknounUS /tæsk/
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
task-masters
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From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
tentnounUS /tent/
a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
thanconjunctionUS /ðæn/
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
thedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
thempronounUS /ðem/
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
themselvespronounUS /ðemˈselvz/
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
theypronounUS /ðeɪ/
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
thisdeterminerUS /ðɪs/
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
thoughconjunctionUS /ðoʊ/
in spite of the fact that
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
threenounUS /θriː/
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
unfortunatelyadverbUS /ənˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
by bad luck
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading I accordingly seated myself upon the sand, and the boy with some hesitation sat down beside me.
varietynounUS /vərˈaɪəti/
a collection containing a variety of sorts of things
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
VariousadjectiveUS /ˈveriəs/
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/
precisely as stated
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
visitedverbUS /ˈvɪzɪtɪd/
past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
walknounUS /wɔːk/
the act of traveling by foot
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
wantverbUS /wɑːnt/
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
weddingnounUS /ˈwedɪŋ/
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
From this reading _Various occurrences during the Author's confinement at Benowm--is visited by some Moorish ladies.--A funeral and wedding.--The Author receives an extraordinary present from the bride.--Other circumstances illustrative of the Moorish character and manners._ The Moors, though very indolent themselves, are rigid task-masters, and keep every person under them in full employment.
whetherconjunctionUS /ˈweðər/
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A small razor, about three inches long, was put into my hand, and I was ordered to proceed; but whether from my own want of skill, or the improper shape of the instrument, I unfortunately made a slight incision in the boy's head, at the very commencement of the operation; and the king, observing the awkward manner in which I held the razor, concluded that his son's head was in very improper hands, and ordered me to resign the razor, and walk out of the tent.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
witheredadjectiveUS /ˈwɪðərd/
lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
woodsnounUS /wʊdz/
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading My boy Demba was sent to the woods to collect withered grass for Ali's horses; and after a variety of projects concerning myself, they at last found out an employment for me; this was no other than the respectable office of _barber_.
youngadjectiveUS /jʌŋ/
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading I was to make my first exhibition in this capacity in the royal presence, and to be honoured with the task of shaving the head of the young prince of Ludamar.
