used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
assimilatedverbUS /əˈsɪməleɪtɪd/
past form of “assimilate” — take up mentally
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
butternounUS /ˈbʌtər/
an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
taking care or paying attention
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
gotten under control
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
deliberationnounUS /dɪˌlɪbərˈeɪʃən/
(usually plural) discussion of all sides of a question
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
Doulton
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I "Mr. Doulton, sir.
economynounUS /ɪˈkɑːnəmi/
the system of production and distribution and consumption
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
divisible by two
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I "Mr. Doulton, sir.
of great significance or value
From this reading Very important."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
immediately past
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
Malcolm
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
master'snounUS /ˈmæstərz/
possessive form of “master” — an artist of consummate skill
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
a form of address for a man
From this reading I "Mr. Doulton, sir.
nodverbUS /nɑːd/
express or signify by nodding
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
obscuringverbUS /əbsˈkjʊrɪŋ/
-ing form of “obscure” — make less visible or unclear
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
potnounUS /pɑːt/
metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
past form of “pour” — cause to run
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
past form of “proceed” — continue talking
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
rackverbUS /ræk/
go at a rack
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
RogersnounUS /ˈrɑːdʒərz/
United States humorist remembered for his homespun commentary on politics and American society (1879-1935)
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
SagenounUS /seɪdʒ/
a mentor in spiritual and philosophical topics who is renowned for profound wisdom
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
term of address for a man
From this reading I "Mr. Doulton, sir.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
toastverbUS /toʊst/
make brown and crisp by heating
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
precisely as stated
From this reading Very important."
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading Then, with a nod to the waiting Rogers, he poured out the last cup of coffee the pot contained.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Taking the last piece of toast from the rack, Malcolm Sage with great deliberation proceeded to butter it.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Rogers had carefully assimilated his master's theory of the economy of words, sometimes even to the point of obscuring his meaning.
