Chapter III

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

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

a member of a Semitic people originally from the Arabian peninsula and surrounding territories who speaks Arabic and who inhabits much of the Middle East and northern Africa

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

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From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

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

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result)

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

plural of “crest” — the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

destructive of morale and self-reliance

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

thoroughgoing

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

one or the other of two

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

plural of “fee” — a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

Greek anatomist whose theories formed the basis of European medicine until the Renaissance (circa 130-200)

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

educate for a future role or function

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day

From this reading “Ha! ha!

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

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

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

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

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

characterized by jokes and good humor

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

any unwholesome or desperate condition

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

relating to the study or practice of medicine

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

by chance

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women)

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

plural of “remittance” — a payment of money sent to a person in another place

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

term of address for a man

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

not in physical motion

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”

required or under orders

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Nothing, however, either as to the malady or the fees being fully explained, it at length flashed across the doctor’s comprehension that the baronet might _possibly_ be in downright _earnest_ as to his _remittances_.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Such a thought must, under the circumstances, have a most disheartening effect on the contour of any medical man in Europe.

face-to-face with; literally “face to face”

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a town in northeastern Austria

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

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

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

a Caucasian

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The disciple of Galen still supposed Sir John was jesting as to his purse, inasmuch as the plum-coloured vis-a-vis, with arms, crests, and mantlings to match—with groom, geldings, and the baronet’s white Arabian, still remained at the Hotel de Wagram, Rue de la Paix.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Sir John,” cried he, “I am glad to see you in such spirits.”