1874
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From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
1875
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From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
1876
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From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
adopted in order to deceive
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading To be sure, the Government ought to know best.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
captiousadjective
tending to find and call attention to faults
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
ceremonialnounUS /ˌserəˈmoʊniəl/
a formal event performed on a special occasion
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
colouredadjectiveUS /ˈkʌlərd/
having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
conceptionnounUS /kənˈsepʃən/
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
criticizingverbUS /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “criticize” — find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
DependencynounUS /dɪˈpendənsi/
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
DisraelinounUS /dɪzˈreɪli/
British statesman who as Prime Minister bought controlling interest in the Suez Canal and made Queen Victoria the empress of India (1804-1881)
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
Disraeli's
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From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
lying toward or situated in the east
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
EmpirenounUS /ˈempaɪər/
the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
EmpressnounUS /ˈempres/
a woman emperor or the wife of an emperor
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
every person
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
expensesnounUS /ɪkˈspensəz/
plural of “expense” — amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
FABRICnounUS /ˈfæbrɪk/
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
franklyadverbUS /ˈfræŋkli/
(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
GladstonenounUS /ˈɡlædstoʊn/
liberal British statesman who served as prime minister four times (1809-1898)
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
let have
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
incidencenounUS /ˈɪnsədəns/
the relative frequency of occurrence of something
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1947
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
JanuarynounUS /ˈdʒænjuːeri/
the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
conformity or harmony
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading To be sure, the Government ought to know best.
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
linkingverbUS /ˈlɪŋkɪŋ/
-ing form of “link” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
a form of address for a man
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
not any; not one
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
opposedadjectiveUS /əˈpoʊzd/
being in opposition or having an opponent
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
Orientalismnoun
the scholarly knowledge of Asian cultures and languages and people
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
used with “to” to say what is right or advisable
From this reading To be sure, the Government ought to know best.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
PunchverbUS /pʌntʃ/
deliver a quick blow to
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
shabbilyadverb
so as to appear worn and threadbare or dilapidated
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
speedingnounUS /ˈspiːdɪŋ/
changing location rapidly
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
strengtheningnounUS /ˈstreŋθənɪŋ/
becoming stronger
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading To be sure, the Government ought to know best.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
a special situation
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading The grant of money for his expenses was opposed in the House in January, and _Punch_ admitted that the opposition was not altogether captious:-- Everybody but Mr. Disraeli and Mr. Gladstone seems to think the Government has done the thing shabbily.
the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
tiesnounUS /taɪz/
plural of “tie” — neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
WalesnounUS /weɪlz/
one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; during Roman times the region was known as Cambria
From this reading In 1875 the Prince of Wales visited India; in 1876 the Queen assumed the title of Empress of India.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading _Punch_ showed no lack of good will in speeding the Prince on his journey, while frankly criticizing the incidence of the cost.
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE SOCIAL FABRIC CROWN AND COURT It was in keeping with the "Orientalism" which coloured Disraeli's conception of Empire that his return to power in 1874 should be marked by a strengthening of the ceremonial ties linking the throne with our great Eastern Dependency.
