used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
actornounUS /ˈæktər/
a theatrical performer
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
anew
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
Baird
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From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
Chinamannoun
(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Chinese descent
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
clean-up
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From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
commendedverbUS /kəˈmendɪd/
past form of “commend” — express approval of
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
declaringverbUS /dɪˈklerɪŋ/
-ing form of “declare” — state emphatically and authoritatively
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
dramanounUS /ˈdrɑːmə/
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
elapseverbUS /ɪˈlæps/
pass by
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
engageverbUS /enˈɡeɪdʒ/
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
enthusiasticadjectiveUS /ɪnˌθuːziˈæstɪk/
having or showing great excitement and interest
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
communicated in words
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
fairestadjectiveUS /ˈferɪst/
superlative of “fair” — free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading It was a sun of fairest promise.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
genialadjectiveUS /ˈdʒiːnjəl/
diffusing warmth and friendliness
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
GillnounUS /ɡɪl/
a British imperial capacity unit (liquid or dry) equal to 5 fluid ounces or 142.066 cubic centimeters
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
Gill'snounUS /ɡɪlz/
possessive form of “gill” — a British imperial capacity unit (liquid or dry) equal to 5 fluid ounces or 142.066 cubic centimeters
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was a sun of fairest promise.
Jeff
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
knock-out
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
lavishlyadverbUS /ˈlævɪʃli/
in a wasteful manner
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
MertonnounUS /ˈmɜːrtən/
United States religious and writer (1915-1968)
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading It was a sun of fairest promise.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
shootingnounUS /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
for a short time
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
specifiedadjectiveUS /ˈspesəfaɪd/
clearly and explicitly stated
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
surpassverbUS /sərˈpæs/
distinguish oneself
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Mr. Baird spoke in enthusiastic terms of this, declaring that if it did not prove to be a knock-out--a clean-up picture--then he, Jeff Baird, could safely be called a Chinaman.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was a sun of fairest promise.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading One genial morning a few days later the sun shone in across the desk of Baird while he talked to Merton Gill of the new piece.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading And during the time that would elapse before shooting on the new piece could begin he specified a certain study in which he wished his actor to engage.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Mr. Gill’s late work was again lavishly commended, and confidence was expressed that he would surpass himself in the drama shortly to be produced.
