used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
activitynounUS /ækˈtɪvəti/
any specific behavior
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
admissionnounUS /ædˈmɪʃən/
the act of admitting someone to enter
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
matters of personal concern
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
alertadjectiveUS /əˈlɜːrt/
engaged in or accustomed to close observation
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
(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 He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
all-embracingadjective
broad in scope or content
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
answersnounUS /ˈænsərz/
plural of “answer” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
briskadjectiveUS /brɪsk/
quick and energetic
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
bustlingadjectiveUS /ˈbʌsəlɪŋ/
full of energetic and noisy activity
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
circusnounUS /ˈsɜːrkəs/
a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
conveysverbUS /kənˈveɪz/
third-person singular of “convey” — (of information) make known; pass on
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
make right or correct
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
cause to be slowed down or delayed
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
departmentnounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
a specialized division of a large organization
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
disputesnounUS /dɪsˈpjuːts/
plural of “dispute” — a disagreement or argument about something important
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
familiaritynounUS /fəˌmɪˈljerəti/
personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
death of a person
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
of great significance or value
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
innumerableadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈnuːmərəbəl/
too numerous to be counted
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
instructionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/
a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
the collection of rules imposed by authority
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
lieutenantsnounUS /luːˈtenənts/
plural of “lieutenant” — a commissioned military officer
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
logicnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪk/
the branch of philosophy that analyzes inference
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
most important element
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
MANAGERnounUS /ˈmænədʒər/
someone who controls resources and expenditures
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
manipulateverbUS /məˈnɪpjəleɪt/
influence or control shrewdly or deviously
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
mayorsnounUS /ˈmeɪərz/
plural of “mayor” — the head of a city government
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
the force of workers available
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
a human being
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
predominatesverbUS /prɪˈdɑːməneɪts/
third-person singular of “predominate” — be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
requiringverbUS /riˈkwaɪərɪŋ/
-ing form of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
responsibilitiesnounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪlətiz/
plural of “responsibility” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
plural of “see” — the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
sendsverbUS /sendz/
third-person singular of “send” — cause to go somewhere
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
settlesnounUS /ˈsetəlz/
plural of “settle” — a long wooden bench with a back
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
move an implement through
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
suggestionsnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
talentsnounUS /ˈtælənts/
plural of “talent” — natural abilities or qualities
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
ticket-seller
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From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
ticket-taker
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
precisely as stated
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
watchesnounUS /ˈwɑːtʃəz/
plural of “watch” — a small portable timepiece
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
watchfuladjectiveUS /ˈwɑːtʃfəl/
engaged in or accustomed to close observation
From this reading Nothing seems to escape his watchful eve and alert ear.
weakenverbUS /ˈwiːkən/
lessen the strength of
From this reading The grave responsibilities of the circus are his and they are enough to weaken brain and body.
which person or people
From this reading THE GENERAL MANAGER The brisk and bustling person who predominates in the stir and activity, hurry and excitement at the main entrance, is the general manager.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading His is a very important department of circus life, requiring peculiar natural talents, wide experience, correct knowledge of law and logic, familiarity with affairs, and ability to manipulate men and mayors.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading He answers questions innumerable and all-embracing, settles all disputes as to admission, conveys advice, makes suggestions, gives orders, sends lieutenants all over the lot with instructions, sees to it that the crowd gets in safely but without delay, watches ticket-seller and ticket-taker, and is in general active charge of the “door.”
