Chapter VI · Chapter 6

higher than, or over, something

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

quick and energetic

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

make a buzzing sound

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

stock phrases that have become nonsense through endless repetition

From this reading In the cant phase, it was “the London season.”

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

too numerous to be counted

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

delicately beautiful

From this reading From the Paradise of Dainty Devices.

an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase “left to your own devices”

From this reading From the Paradise of Dainty Devices.

an old form of “does”

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

fecal matter of animals

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America (1703-1758)

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

divisible by two

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

make fat or plump

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

a state of agitation or turbulent change or development

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

plural of “fiddler” — a musician who plays the violin

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From the Paradise of Dainty Devices.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the quality of shining with a bright reflected light

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

coins made of gold

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

destroyed or killed

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

emerged from an egg

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

prevent from being seen or discovered

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

disinclined to work or exertion

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

full of or producing joy

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

immediately past

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

engage in

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

an area that is approximately central within some larger region

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

used to form the superlative

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading From the Paradise of Dainty Devices.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading From the Paradise of Dainty Devices.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

an amount of time

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading In the cant phase, it was “the London season.”

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

radiating or as if radiating light

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading And happy, take it altogether, happy above the rest of the year, even for the hapless, is that period of ferment and fever.

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

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

move by turning over or rotating

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

an educational institution

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading In the cant phase, it was “the London season.”

plural of “shop” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

use up a period of time in a specific way

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

in a strange manner

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

plural of “stream” — a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

a moving crowd

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

carry out

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

plural of “thoroughfare” — a public road from one place to another

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

the topmost one of two

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

having strong sexual appeal

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

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

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

plural of “wear” — impairment resulting from long use

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

at the time that

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

during the time that

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

which person or people

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)

From this reading “Thus things are strangely wrought, While joyful May doth last; Take May in Time--when May is gone The pleasant time is past.”--RICHARD EDWARDS.

utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading It was that period of the year when, to those who look on the surface of society, London wears its most radiant smile; when shops are gayest, and trade most brisk; when down the thoroughfares roll and glitter the countless streams of indolent and voluptuous life; when the upper class spend, and the middle class make; when the ball-room is the Market of Beauty, and the club-house the School for Scandal; when the hells yawn for their prey, and opera-singers and fiddlers--creatures hatched from gold, as the dung-flies from the dung--swarm, and buzz, and fatten, round the hide of the gentle Public.