Chapter XXIX · Chapter 29

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

perfect or complete or pure

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

(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 OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

past form of “approach” — move towards

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

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

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

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

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

a native or inhabitant of Asia

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

someone who predicts the future by the positions of the planets and sun and Moon

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

plural of “brain” — that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a region marking a boundary

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

the state of being certain

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

a conversation especially a formal one

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

move away from a place into another direction

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

forsaken by owner or inhabitants

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

extending or moving from a higher to a lower place

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

the act of consuming liquids

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

one who works hard at boring tasks

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

putting a condemned person to death

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

an ethnic group speaking Flemish and living in northern and western Belgium

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

set up or found

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

a regular customer

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

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From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

a person of German nationality

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

arranged into groups

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

someone employed to conduct others

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

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

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

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

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

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From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

a professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the Middle Ages

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

a public toilet for men

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

information about recent and important events

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

not any; not one

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

throughout a period of time

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

-ing form of “obey” — be obedient to

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

occurring from time to time

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

on one occasion

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

and nothing more

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

participate in games or sport

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a very steep cliff

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

on the contrary

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

made less in size or amount or degree

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

have faith or confidence in

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

express the need or desire for

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

having or caused by an irregular surface

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

unusual or striking

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a kitchen appliance used for cooking food

From this reading He found, or rather observed, the Astrologer in the corner of the public drinking room--stove, as it is called in German and Flemish, from its principal furniture--sitting in close colloquy with a female in a singular and something like a Moorish or Asiatic garb, who, as Le Glorieux approached Martius, rose as in the act to depart.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

an old word for “you”, as the object, speaking to one person

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

an old word for “your”, speaking to one person

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

a source of difficulty

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

up to a particular time

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.

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

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

at the time that

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

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

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

which person or people

From this reading He aids The friends who drudge for him, as the blind man Was aided by the guide, who lent his shoulder O'er rough and smooth, until he reached the brink Of the fell precipice--then hurl'd him downward.

in the company of; together with

From this reading OLD PLAY When obeying the command, or rather the request of Louis--for he was in circumstances in which, though a monarch, he could only request Le Glorieux to go in search of Martius Galeotti--the jester had no trouble in executing his commission, betaking himself at once to the best tavern in Peronne, of which he himself was rather more than an occasional frequenter, being a great admirer of that species of liquor which reduced all other men's brains to a level with his own.

but in spite of that

From this reading Thy time is not yet out--the devil thou servest Has not as yet deserted thee.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “These,” said the stranger, “are news upon which you may rely with absolute certainty,” and with that disappeared among the crowd of guests who sat grouped at different tables in the apartment.