used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
ACADEMICadjectiveUS /ˌækəˈdemɪk/
associated with academia or an academy
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I was seated between a member of the diplomatic corps and a general.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
benevolent-looking
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From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading I was seated between a member of the diplomatic corps and a general.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
the protruding part of the lower jaw
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
coarseadjectiveUS /kɔːrs/
of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
corpsnounUS /kɔːr/
an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support
From this reading I was seated between a member of the diplomatic corps and a general.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
deploredverbUS /dɪˈplɔːrd/
past form of “deplore” — express strong disapproval of
From this reading He deplored the neglect of Mathematics in Meccania.
dinner-party
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From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
diplomaticadjectiveUS /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/
relating to or characteristic of diplomacy
From this reading I was seated between a member of the diplomatic corps and a general.
disappointingly unsuccessful
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
discussverbUS /dɪˈskʌs/
to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
DISCUSSIONnounUS /dɪˈskʌʃən/
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
increase twofold
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
a man of refinement
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He deplored the neglect of Mathematics in Meccania.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
advanced in complexity or elaboration
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He deplored the neglect of Mathematics in Meccania.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
MathematicsnounUS /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/
a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
Meccania
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From this reading He deplored the neglect of Mathematics in Meccania.
Mecco
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From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading I was seated between a member of the diplomatic corps and a general.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
neglectverbUS /nəˈɡlekt/
leave undone or leave out
From this reading He deplored the neglect of Mathematics in Meccania.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
and nothing more
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
an executive officer of a firm or corporation
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
on the contrary
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading I was seated between a member of the diplomatic corps and a general.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
UniversitynounUS /ˌjuːnəˈvɜːrsəti/
the body of faculty and students at a university
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading There were about thirty guests, so that at table a general conversation was almost impossible; I could hear only what was said by those close to me.
in the company of; together with
From this reading AN ACADEMIC DISCUSSION It was some days after this conversation with my friends at the hotel that I was present at a dinner-party given by the President of Mecco University.
any of various predatory carnivorous canine mammals of North America and Eurasia that usually hunt in packs
From this reading General Wolf, a benevolent-looking old gentleman with a large, coarse face and a double chin, seemed rather disappointed that I could not discuss with him the Higher Mathematics.
