used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
admonitionsnounUS /ˌædməˈnɪʃənz/
plural of “admonition” — cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness)
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
any thing at all
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
attentivelyadverbUS /əˈtentɪvli/
with attention; in an attentive manner
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
boyhoodnounUS /ˈbɔɪhʊd/
the childhood of a boy
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
chequenounUS /tʃek/
a written order directing a bank to pay money
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
a young person of either sex
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
Chilverstone
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From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
communicatedverbUS /kəˈmjuːnəkeɪtɪd/
past form of “communicate” — transmit information
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
wanted intensely
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
diplomaticadjectiveUS /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/
relating to or characteristic of diplomacy
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
earnverbUS /ɜːrn/
earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
economynounUS /ɪˈkɑːnəmi/
the system of production and distribution and consumption
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
equanimitynounUS /ˌek.wəˈnɪm.ə.t̬i/
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
exceptingverbUS /ˌekˈseptɪŋ/
-ing form of “except” — take exception to
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
extravagancenounUS /ekˈstrævəɡəns/
the quality of exceeding the appropriate limits of decorum or probability or truth
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
well known or easily recognized
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
fellow-conspirator
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From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
fidelitynounUS /fəˈdeləti/
accuracy with which an electronic system reproduces the sound or image of its input signal
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
Haidee
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From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
inquiriesnounUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪəriz/
plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
and nothing more
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
lavishnessnoun
the quality possessed by something that is excessively expensive
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
the production of eggs (especially in birds)
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
for more time
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
Lucian
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From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
a particular point in time
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
information about recent and important events
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
not any; not one
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
nowiseadverb
in no manner
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
OxfordnounUS /ˈɑːksfərd/
a city in southern England to the northwest of London; site of Oxford University
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
Pepperdine's
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From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
regardsnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
relatingverbUS /rɪˈleɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “relate” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
royaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
except for; apart from
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
Simonstower's
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From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
skilfuladjective
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
hurting
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
sumsnounUS /sʌmz/
plural of “sum” — a quantity of money
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
suppliesnounUS /səˈplaɪz/
plural of “supply” — an amount of something available for use
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
thereofadverbUS /ˌðeˈrʌv/
of or concerning this or that
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He made no inquiries as to the cost of this step--anything relating to money had no interest for him, save as regards laying it out on the things he desired.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He had so far had everything that he desired--always excepting the fidelity of Haidee, which now seemed a matter of no moment and was no longer a sore point--and he took it as a natural consequence of his own existence that he should go to Oxford, the fame of which ancient seat of learning had been familiar to him from boyhood.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
at the time that
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Lucian received the news which Mr. Chilverstone communicated to him in skilful and diplomatic fashion with an equanimity which seemed natural to him when hearing of anything that appeared to be his just due.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He listened attentively to Mr. Pepperdine’s solemn admonitions on the subjects of economy and extravagance, and replied at the end thereof that he would always let his uncle have a few days’ notice when he wanted a cheque--a remark which made Lord Simonstower’s fellow-conspirator think a good deal.
a late time of life
From this reading He had been accustomed as a child to see his father receive considerable sums and spend them with royal lavishness, and as he had never known what it was to have to earn money before it could be enjoyed, he troubled himself in nowise as to the source of the supplies which were to keep him at Oxford for three years.
