Chapter XVI

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

having companions or an escort

From this reading He was accompanied by Coverdale.

later than; following

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

possessive form of “burns” — United States comedian and film actor (1896-1996)

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He was accompanied by Coverdale.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

a person who is in charge

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading He was accompanied by Coverdale.

negotiation between nations

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

put up with something or somebody unpleasant

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

a man who is a native or inhabitant of England

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

a boy or man

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

an outbuilding (or part of a building) for housing automobiles

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a serviceman in the artillery

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

a minor and almost extinct branch of the Indo-European languages; spoken along the Dalmatian coast

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

a midday meal

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

members of a governing board

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

Got or brought back something that was lost or hidden.

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading He was certainly able to return in the simple consciousness of having done his duty.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading The Chief Constable seemed to feel that the peace of our county could not endure if he spent another night in the metropolis.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Like a man and a brother he had stood by a fellow Englishman in the hour of his need.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading He was accompanied by Coverdale.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

in the company of; together with

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.

someone who sees an event and reports what happened

From this reading HORSE AND HOUND In spite of the fact that Fitz had accepted Alexander O'Mulligan's invitation to witness "Burns's do with the 'Gunner'" at the National Sporting Club that evening, he retrieved his motor from the garage in Regent Street, wherein Illyrian diplomacy had placed it, and immediately after luncheon set out for the country with that other item of his recovered property.