Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

in addition

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

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

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

one of the administrative divisions of a large city

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

obvious to the eye or mind

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

plural of “council” — a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

possessive form of “earl” — a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

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

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

possessive form of “finn” — a native or inhabitant of Finland

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

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

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

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

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

having or exercising influence or power

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

someone who sells hardware

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

the month following June and preceding August

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

possessive form of “kennedy” — 35th President of the United States; established the Peace Corps; assassinated in Dallas (1917-1963)

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

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From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

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From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

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

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

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

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

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From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

a form of address for a man

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

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From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

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From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

in or at that place or location

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

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

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

plural of “tradesman” — a merchant who owns or manages a shop

From this reading Mr. Grating and about half a dozen others of the tradesmen of the town came to the inn, and met Phineas in the parlour.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

precisely as stated

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

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

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Lady Laura Kennedy’s Headache Phineas went down to Loughlinter early in July, taking Loughton in his way.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading He told them he was a good sound Liberal and a supporter of Mr. Mildmay’s Government, of which their neighbour the Earl was so conspicuous an ornament.

a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.

which person or people

From this reading He stayed there one night at the inn, and was introduced to sundry influential inhabitants of the borough by Mr. Grating, the ironmonger, who was known by those who knew Loughton to be a very strong supporter of the Earl’s interest.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading This was almost all that was said about the Earl out loud; but each individual man of Loughton then present took an opportunity during the meeting of whispering into Mr. Finn’s ear a word or two to show that he also was admitted to the secret councils of the borough,--that he too could see the inside of the arrangement.