used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
appallingnounUS /əˈpɔːlɪŋ/
an experience that appalls
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
ardentadjectiveUS /ˈɑːrdənt/
characterized by intense emotion
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
averageadjectiveUS /ˈævərɪdʒ/
approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
cheveux
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From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
Christmas-time
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
rid of obstructions
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
complaintsnounUS /kəmˈpleɪnts/
plural of “complaint” — an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
DefencenounUS /dɪˈfens/
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
denouncedverbUS /dɪˈnaʊnst/
past form of “denounce” — speak out against
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
put on clothes
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
half the width of an em
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
morally objectionable behavior
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
excludingverbUS /ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/
-ing form of “exclude” — prevent from being included or considered or accepted
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
accept an excuse for
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
existverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪst/
have an existence, be extant
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
fussverbUS /fʌs/
worry unnecessarily or excessively
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
GallicadjectiveUS /ˈɡælɪk/
of or pertaining to Gaul or the Gauls
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
hatsnounUS /hæts/
plural of “hat” — headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the literary culture
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
managersnounUS /ˈmænədʒərz/
plural of “manager” — someone who controls resources and expenditures
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
Matinée
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
matinées
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
not any; not one
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
obviousadjectiveUS /ˈɑːbviəs/
easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
outcrynounUS /ˈaʊtkraɪ/
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
playgoernoun
someone who attends the theater
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
regardsnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
rowsnounUS /roʊz/
plural of “row” — an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
sarcasticadjectiveUS /sɑːrˈkæstɪk/
expressing or expressive of ridicule that wounds
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
selfishadjectiveUS /ˈselfɪʃ/
concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
spendsverbUS /spendz/
third-person singular of “spend” — use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
sumsnounUS /sʌmz/
plural of “sum” — a quantity of money
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
surprisingadjectiveUS /sərˈpraɪzɪŋ/
causing surprise or wonder or amazement
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
a word or expression used for some particular thing
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It seemed clear that there must be greater difficulties than are obvious.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
in or at that place or location
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
plural of “think” — an instance of deliberate thinking
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
universallyadverbUS /ˌjuːnəˈvɜːrsəli/
everywhere
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
the act of using
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading So questions were put to an ardent playgoer, who spends appalling sums of money on her dress, as to why she makes a fuss about taking off her hat in the theatre.
which person or people
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
wondersnounUS /ˈwʌndərz/
plural of “wonder” — the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading The average man regards the matter as quite simple, and wonders why women are so selfish as to keep on their hats, and thinks that there is no reasonable explanation of their conduct or excuse for it.
wrathfuladjective
vehemently incensed and condemnatory
From this reading THINGS IN THE THEATRE A Defence of the Matinée Hat The number of matinées at Christmas-time has caused the usual outcry against the matinée hat, and wrathful or sarcastic letters on the subject; and it is said that some French managers are taking the strong step of excluding from the front rows those ladies who, to use the queer Gallic term, are not "_en cheveux_."
a late time of life
From this reading It seems surprising that an evil denounced so universally should be permitted to exist, and that loud complaints made during many years should have had little or no effect.
