Chapter VIII

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From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

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From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

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From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

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

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

the month following March and preceding May

From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

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

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

possessive form of “barber” — United States composer (1910-1981)

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

the application of heat to change something from a liquid to a gas

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

rid of obstructions

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

things that make you comfortable and at ease

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

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From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

excessively fat

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

lively and spirited

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

in a delightful manner

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

a widow holding property received from her deceased husband

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

put on clothes

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

move gently or carefully

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

plural of “embrace” — the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

possessive form of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

the month following January and preceding March

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

start firing a weapon

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

a painful inflammation of the big toe and foot caused by defects in uric acid metabolism resulting in deposits of the acid and its salts in the blood and joints

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

suffering from gout

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

A person legally or magically entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death.

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

an inconvenient discomfort

From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

situated within or suitable for inside a building

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity

From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

light in a transparent protective case

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

a female domestic

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

possessive form of “master” — an artist of consummate skill

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

leave undone or leave out

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

plural of “occupation” — the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

above and across; more than

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

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From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

prepared and printed for distribution and sale

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

the trait of giving little thought to danger

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

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

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

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

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

-ing form of “scald” — subject to harsh criticism

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

remove body hair with a razor

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

do one's shopping

From this reading _June 20, 1789._ _A Sufferer for Decency._--The interior of a barber's shop, conducted on popular principles, as the notice on the lantern has it: '_Shave with ease and expedition for one penny_.'

encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

a momentary flash of light

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

full of spirit and vitality

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

-ing form of “storm” — behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

dependable

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

in a striking manner

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

a person suffering from an illness

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

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

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

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

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

on that

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

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

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

the act of dressing and preparing yourself

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

lacking due respect or dutifulness

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

to no avail

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading _April 1, 1789._ _Interruption, or Inconvenience of a Lodging-house._ Published by S. W. Fores, 3 Piccadilly.

in or at the place that

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

which person or people

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

belonging to which person

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.

in the company of; together with

From this reading _February 1, 1789._ _Careless Attention._ Published by J. Griggs, 216 Holborn.--A corpulent sufferer, disabled by gout, is thrown into a dreadful quandary; he is seated by the fire, where the kettle is boiling over, deluging the place, and threatening the invalid with the dangers of scalding.

(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability

From this reading Republished April 1, 1824.--A stout dowager and her maid are thrown into a state of consternation easy to appreciate by the sudden entrance on the occupations of the toilette of a roystering young 'blood,' who, from the disorder of his dress and the recklessness of his attitude, has evidently returned from the tavern, something the worse for his evening's potations, and not strikingly clear in his head as to his ultimate destination.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading The table, and the little comforts spread thereon, are thrown down in the struggle to get out of the dangerous vicinity; the gouty cripple is vainly shouting and storming for assistance; his nurse, who is much too young, sprightly, and good-looking for her situation, is seen at the door of the apartment, struggling in the embraces of a dashing young spark--probably the master's undutiful heir; the _coquetteries_ of the pair have engaged their full attention, to the neglect of the unfortunate head of the house, of whose critical position they are delightfully unconscious.