used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
a positive feeling of liking
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
surrounded by; in the company of
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
appealsnounUS /əˈpiːlz/
plural of “appeal” — earnest or urgent request
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
beamedverbUS /biːmd/
past form of “beam” — smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
classesnounUS /ˈklæsəz/
plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Who could think of the stocks in such a season?
createsverbUS /kriˈeɪts/
third-person singular of “create” — make or cause to be or to become
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
be identical or equivalent to
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
humbleradjectiveUS /ˈhʌmbələr/
comparative of “humble” — low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
huntedadjectiveUS /ˈhʌntəd/
reflecting the fear or terror of one who is hunted
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
IrishnounUS /ˈaɪrɪʃ/
people of Ireland or of Irish extraction
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
islenounUS /aɪl/
a small island
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
Jemima
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From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
joined in matrimony
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
a particular point in time
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
information about recent and important events
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
not any; not one
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
RebellionnounUS /rɪˈbeljən/
refusal to accept some authority or code or convention
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
remembrancenounUS /riˈmembrəns/
the ability to recall past occurrences
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
RepealnounUS /rɪˈpiːl/
the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
RoyaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading Who could think of the stocks in such a season?
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
young nobleman attendant on a knight
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
stocksnounUS /stɑːks/
a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction
From this reading Who could think of the stocks in such a season?
comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Who could think of the stocks in such a season?
superiorsnounUS /suːˈpɪriərz/
plural of “superior” — one of greater rank or station or quality
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
suspensionnounUS /səˈspenʃən/
a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
possessing sweep
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
temporaryadjectiveUS /ˈtempəreri/
not permanent; not lasting
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading No other event in the lives of their superiors in rank creates an equal sensation amongst the humbler classes.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Who could think of the stocks in such a season?
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
universaladjectiveUS /ˌjuːnəˈvɜːrsəl/
of worldwide scope or applicability
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading From the moment the news that Miss Jemima was to be married had spread throughout the village, all the old affection for the squire and his House burst forth the stronger for its temporary suspension.
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
at the time that
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading There is that in a wedding which appeals to a universal sympathy.
which person or people
From this reading Who could think of the stocks in such a season?
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The stocks were swept out of fashion,--hunted from remembrance as completely as the question of Repeal or the thought of Rebellion from the warm Irish heart, when the fair young face of the Royal Wife beamed on the sister isle.
