used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
anewadverbUS /əˈnuː/
again but in a new or different way
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
applyverbUS /əˈplaɪ/
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
authorizeverbUS /ˈɔːθəraɪz/
grant authorization or clearance for
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
captivenounUS /ˈkæptɪv/
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
Charney's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
committingverbUS /kəˈmɪtɪŋ/
inflected form of “commit” — perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
feeling or showing worry or solicitude
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
condescendedverbUS /ˌkɑːndɪˈsendɪd/
past form of “condescend” — behave in a patronizing and condescending manner
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
carefully weighed
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
determine the number or amount of
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
every day; without missing a day
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
developmentnounUS /dɪˈveləpmənt/
act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
enabledverbUS /eˈneɪbəld/
past form of “enable” — render capable or able for some task
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
furnishingnounUS /ˈfɜːrnɪʃɪŋ/
(usually plural) accessory wearing apparel
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
germinationnounUS /ˌdʒɜːrməˈneɪʃən/
the process whereby seeds or spores sprout and begin to grow
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
god-daughter
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
the quality of being important and worthy of note
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
indispensableadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈspensəbəl/
not to be dispensed with; essential
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
jailernounUS /ˈdʒeɪlər/
someone who guards prisoners
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
long-interrupted
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
Ludovico
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
a particular point in time
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
morrownounUS /ˈmɑːroʊ/
the next day
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
observationsnounUS /ˌɑːbzərˈveɪʃənz/
plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
and nothing more
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
pelfnoun
informal terms for money
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
pensnounUS /penz/
plural of “pen” — a writing implement with a point from which ink flows
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
perquisitesnounUS /ˈpɜːrkwəzɪts/
plural of “perquisite” — an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
physiciannounUS /fəˈzɪʃən/
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
plantverbUS /plænt/
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
raise the level or amount of something
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
recoverynounUS /rɪˈkʌvri/
return to an original state
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
resumeverbUS /rɪˈzuːm/
take up or begin anew
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
resumptionnounUS /rɪˈzʌmpʃən/
beginning again
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
scientificadjectiveUS /ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/
of or relating to the practice of science
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
seduceverbUS /sɪˈduːs/
induce to have sex
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
sequelnounUS /ˈsiːkwəl/
something that follows something else
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
not in physical motion
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
studiesnounUS /ˈstʌdiz/
plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The physician of the prison condescended to authorize on the morrow the Count de Charney’s resumption of his daily exercise.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
turnkey-nature
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
uppermostadjectiveUS /ˈʌpərmoʊst/
at or nearest to the top
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He was allowed the freedom of the little court, not only at the usual hours, but at any moment of the day.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Air and exercise were considered indispensable to his recovery; and thus, the prisoner was enabled to apply himself anew to his long-interrupted studies.
in or at the place that
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
worldlyadjectiveUS /ˈwɜːrldli/
characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
the act of creating written works
From this reading In the view of committing to writing his scientific observations on the development of his plant, from the moment of its germination, he tried to seduce Ludovico into furnishing him with pens and paper.
yieldverbUS /jiːld/
be the cause or source of
From this reading He expected, indeed, to find the jailer resume on this occasion an air of importance, and raise a thousand difficulties, but probably yield in the sequel out of love for his captive, or his god-daughter, or worldly pelf; for where perquisites were concerned, turnkey-nature was still uppermost.
