used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
Albert'snounUS /ˈælbərts/
possessive form of “albert” — prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861)
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
from appearances alone
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
for the reason that
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
third-person singular of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
made or become different in nature or form
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
considerablyadverbUS /kənˈsɪdərəbli/
to a great extent or degree
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
disgustedadjectiveUS /dɪsˈɡʌstəd/
having a strong distaste from surfeit
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
Dr
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From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
emptinessnounUS /ˈemptinəs/
the state of containing nothing
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
accept an excuse for
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
opinion or judgment
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
how
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From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
the quality of being humane
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
loweredadjectiveUS /ˈloʊərd/
below the surround or below the normal position
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
medicaladjectiveUS /ˈmedəkəl/
relating to the study or practice of medicine
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
a form of address for a man
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
not any; not one
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
non-importance
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From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
deserving or inciting pity
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading The explanation of her position lowered her considerably in his eyes.
cut with a saw
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
plural of “see” — the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
shockedadjectiveUS /ʃɑːkt/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
do one's shopping
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
SinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
term of address for a man
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
Skidd's
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From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
having a supporting base
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
in or at that place or location
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
unmistakableadjectiveUS /ˌʌnmɪˈsteɪkəbəl/
clearly evident to the mind
From this reading Her face he could not see, but Sir Albert's expression was unmistakable.
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
at the time that
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
which person or people
From this reading Perhaps no one sees the utter emptiness of life, and the non-importance of wealth, more than a medical man, who sees how little happiness it brings to any one; how little (standing by itself) it does for poor humanity.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Since that first interview Dr. Jones had had with the poor wife his feelings of admiration and pity had changed a good deal.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading He was disgusted when he saw that there was apparently no excuse for her; and he was shocked when he saw a farewell between her and a young man as he passed Mr. Skidd's shop, because here was evidently a lover.
