Chapter IX · Strained Relations

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

having fair knowledge of

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

later than; following

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

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

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

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

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

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

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

a distinct feature or element in a problem

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

plural of “bachelor” — a man who has never been married

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a shop where a variety of goods are sold

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

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

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

the way of administering a business

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

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

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

the metal or paper medium of exchange that is presently used

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

in accordance with convention or custom

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

-ing form of “dispose” — give, sell, or transfer to another

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

doubt about someone's honesty

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

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

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

to come or go into

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

a native or inhabitant of Ethiopia

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

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

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

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

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

past form of “float” — be in motion due to some air or water current

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955)

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

the act of acquiring something

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

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

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

past form of “hoist” — raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

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

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

brought about or caused; not spontaneous

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

someone who mediates between speakers of different languages

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

-ing form of “keel” — walk as if unable to control one's movements

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

young domestic cat

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

deliver a lecture or talk

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

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

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

not any; not one

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

and nothing more

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

being on the outside or further from a center

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Fitz Anstruther left the Mission early that morning on an errand of his own.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

a native or inhabitant of Iran

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

plural of “power” — possession of controlling influence

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

with pride; in a proud manner

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

a stock or supply of foods

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

the acquisition of something for payment

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

of or relating to the practice of science

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

English comic actor (1925-1980)

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

term of address for a man

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

the first light of day

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

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

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

in or at that place or location

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

a large gathering of people

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

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

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading The great gates were therefore opened as usual to allow the customary throng of country-people and other sellers of fresh provisions to enter and hold their market in the outer court, and the flag, hoisted at sunrise, floated proudly from its staff in front of Bachelors’ Buildings.

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

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

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

From this reading On the following morning there was no change to be observed in the aspect of the Mission.

logically valid

From this reading He had set his heart on getting Miss Keeling a Persian kitten in the bazaar, and immediately after disposing of his _chota hazri_ he induced the interpreter to come out with him and assist him in making his purchase, as, although he had succeeded in making an Ethiopian audience understand his scientific lecture, he felt a well-grounded distrust of his own powers of conducting a bargain in the currency of the country.

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

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Only the gentlemen of the party were acquainted with the fact of the Vizier’s sudden declaration of war, and they shared Sir Dugald’s opinion that it would be bad policy to allow Fath-ud-Din to see that his threats had any effect upon their minds.