used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
barristersnounUS /ˈbærɪstərz/
plural of “barrister” — a British or Canadian lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law on behalf of either the defense or prosecution
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
betsnounUS /bets/
plural of “bet” — the money risked on a gamble
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
without doubt or question
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
condemnationnounUS /ˌkɑːndəmˈneɪʃən/
an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
confidentadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnfədənt/
having or marked by confidence or assurance
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
demonstrativenounUS /dɪˈmɑːnstrətɪv/
a pronoun that points out an intended referent
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
a person who is older than you are
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
set up or found
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
the quality of innocent naivete
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
free from evil or guilt
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
InnsnounUS /ɪnz/
plural of “inn” — a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
lawyersnounUS /ˈlɔːjərz/
plural of “lawyer” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
MasonnounUS /ˈmeɪsən/
American Revolutionary leader from Virginia whose objections led to the drafting of the Bill of Rights (1725-1792)
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
the force of workers available
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
something you have to do
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE STATE OF PUBLIC OPINION.
offeringnounUS /ˈɔːfərɪŋ/
something offered (as a proposal or bid)
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading THE STATE OF PUBLIC OPINION.
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
by chance
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading THE STATE OF PUBLIC OPINION.
with speed
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
speculatedverbUS /ˈspekjəleɪtɪd/
past form of “speculate” — to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
feeling a need to see others suffer
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading THE STATE OF PUBLIC OPINION.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading The elder world of barristers was not, perhaps, so demonstrative, but in that world the belief in her innocence was not so strong, and the fear of her condemnation much stronger.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STATE OF PUBLIC OPINION.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
the act of testing something
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
verdictnounUS /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
precisely as stated
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Men about the Inns of Court speculated as to the verdict, offering to each other very confident opinions as to the result, and offering, on some occasions, bets as well as opinions.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading The day of the trial was now quickly coming on, and the London world, especially the world of lawyers, was beginning to talk much on the subject.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father
From this reading The younger world of barristers was clearly of opinion that Lady Mason was innocent; but a portion, an unhappy portion, was inclined to fear, that, in spite of her innocence, she would be found guilty.
