used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
actornounUS /ˈæktər/
a theatrical performer
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
aimedverbUS /eɪmd/
past form of “aim” — point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
being joined in close association
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
attackedverbUS /əˈtækt/
past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
tried unsuccessfully
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
financial assistance in time of need
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
bog-trotter
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From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
capacitynounUS /kəˈpæsəti/
capability to perform or produce
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
crutchesnounUS /ˈkrʌtʃɪz/
plural of “crutch” — a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
departmentnounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
a specialized division of a large organization
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
characterized by great determination
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
dressing-room
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From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
to come or go into
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
evening'snounUS /ˈiːvnɪŋz/
possessive form of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
forthwithadverbUS /ˈfɔːrˈθwɪθ/
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
a feeling of intense anger
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
half-drunken
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From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
hobbleverbUS /ˈhɑːbəl/
walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
insolentlyadverb
in an insolent manner
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
IrishmannounUS /ˈaɪrɪʃmən/
a man who is a native or inhabitant of Ireland
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
JailnounUS /dʒeɪl/
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
and nothing more
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
Leverett
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From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
menialadjectiveUS /ˈmiːniəl/
used of unskilled work (especially domestic work)
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
meritedadjectiveUS /ˈmerɪtɪd/
properly deserved
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
the one or ones belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
overgrownadjectiveUS /ˌoʊvərˈɡroʊn/
covered with growing plants
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
performancesnounUS /pərˈfɔːrmənsəz/
plural of “performance” — a dramatic or musical entertainment
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
pistolnounUS /ˈpɪstəl/
a firearm that is held and fired with one hand
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
on the contrary
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
receivingverbUS /rəˈsiːvɪŋ/
-ing form of “receive” — get something; come into possession of
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
having or caused by an irregular surface
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
perception by means of the eyes
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
shins
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From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
(of a nose) blocked
From this reading A half-drunken Irishman attached to the stage department in some menial capacity, stopped me and insolently ordered me out.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
supnounUS /sʌp/
a small amount of liquid food
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
treatmentnounUS /ˈtriːtmənt/
care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
twainnounUS /tweɪn/
two items of the same kind
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Finding myself in danger of receiving rather rough treatment, I drew a small pocket pistol and aimed at their shins, being determined that one of them, at least, should hobble around upon crutches for a short time.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
whereupon
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From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading I treated the Greek, of course, with the contempt which he merited, whereupon he called another overgrown bog-trotter to his assistance, and the twain forthwith attacked me with great fury.
which person or people
From this reading _Six weeks in Leverett Street Jail._ A popular actor who was a personal friend of mine[M] took a farewell benefit at the National Theatre.
in the company of; together with
From this reading At his invitation, and just before the close of the evening's performances, I attempted to enter the stage door for his purpose of seeing him in his dressing-room, as he intended to sup with me and several friends.
