used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
bombedverbUS /bɑːmd/
past form of “bomb” — throw bombs at or attack with bombs
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
breweriesnounUS /ˈbruːəriz/
plural of “brewery” — a plant where beer is brewed by fermentation
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
catastrophenounUS /kəˈtæstrəfi/
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
CHARIVARIA
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From this reading CHARIVARIA.
an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
closingnounUS /ˈkloʊzɪŋ/
the act of closing something
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
ColognenounUS /kəˈloʊn/
a commercial center and river port in western Germany on the Rhine River; flourished during the 15th century as a member of the Hanseatic League
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
disinfectionnounUS /dɪsɪnˈfekʃən/
treatment to destroy harmful microorganisms
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
drovesnounUS /droʊvz/
plural of “drove” — a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
England'snounUS /ˈɪŋɡləndz/
possessive form of “england” — a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
the point or degree to which something extends
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
GazettenounUS /ɡəˈzet/
a newspaper or official journal
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
a person of German nationality
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
GermansnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrmənz/
plural of “german” — a person of German nationality
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
Government'snounUS /ˈɡʌvərmənts/
possessive form of “government” — the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
industrynounUS /ˈɪndəstri/
the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
and nothing more
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
MuseumsnounUS /mjuːˈziːəmz/
plural of “museum” — a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
observesverbUS /əbˈzɜːrvz/
third-person singular of “observe” — discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
and nothing more
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
overwhelmingadjectiveUS /ˌoʊvərˈwelmɪŋ/
so strong as to be irresistible
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
raidverbUS /reɪd/
search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
ruinsnounUS /ˈruːənz/
plural of “ruin” — an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
Teutonnoun
someone (especially a German) who speaks a Germanic language
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading But if the Government is closing them merely for purposes of disinfection it might let us know.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading To the Teuton mind such a catastrophe might well seem overwhelming.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A possible explanation of the Government's action in closing the Museums is furnished by the _Cologne Gazette_, which observes that "if one wanted to find droves of Germans in London one had only to go to the museums."
ZeppelinnounUS /ˈzepɪlɪn/
German inventor who designed and built the first rigid motorized dirigible (1838-1917)
From this reading The German claim that as the result of the Zeppelin raid "England's industry to a considerable extent is in ruins" is probably based on the fact that three breweries were bombed.
