used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
quickly and without warning
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
(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 So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
biddenverbUS /ˈbɪdɪn/
inflected form of “bid” — propose a payment
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
comfortablyadverbUS /ˈkʌmfərtəbli/
in mental comfort; without stress
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
Darrell
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
disperseverbUS /dɪˈspɜːrs/
distribute loosely
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
DovernounUS /ˈdoʊvər/
the capital of the state of Delaware
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
lacking in liveliness or animation
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
eagernessnounUS /ˈiːɡərnəs/
a positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
divisible by two
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
opinion or judgment
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
having dropped by the force of gravity
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
intriguesnounUS /ˌɪnˈtriːɡz/
plural of “intrigue” — a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
conformity or harmony
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
King'snounUS /kɪŋz/
possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
learntverbUS /lɜːrnt/
inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
little-heeded
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
past form of “lock” — fasten with a lock
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
lodgingnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋ/
structures collectively in which people are housed
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
MADNESSnounUS /ˈmædnəs/
obsolete terms for legal insanity
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
any art that invokes supernatural powers
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
the force of workers available
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
MOONSHINEnounUS /ˈmuːnʃaɪn/
the light of the Moon
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used to form the superlative
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
not any; not one
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
occupationnounUS /ˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃən/
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
and nothing more
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
perceivingverbUS /pərˈsiːvɪŋ/
-ing form of “perceive” — to become aware of through the senses
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
participate in games or sport
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
Identical; not different.
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
cut with a saw
From this reading After our conversation Darrell had left me abruptly, and I saw him no more.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
tightadjectiveUS /taɪt/
closely constrained or constricted or constricting
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
a source of difficulty
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
unversedadjective
not having had extensive practice
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
variancenounUS /ˈveriəns/
an event that departs from expectations
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading So far all men were of the same opinion; beyond, their variance began.
at the time that
From this reading MADNESS, MAGIC, AND MOONSHINE When the curtain had fallen on the little-heeded play and the gay crowd began to disperse, I, perceiving that no more was to be seen or learnt, went home to my lodging alone.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
in the company of; together with
From this reading But my own thoughts gave me occupation enough; for even to a dull mind, and one unversed in Court intrigues, it seemed plain that more hung on this expedition to Dover than the meeting of the King's sister with her brother.
but in spite of that
From this reading I had not thought to trouble my head about it, but, not having learnt yet that a small man lives most comfortably with the great by opening his eyes and ears only when bidden and keeping them tight locked for the rest, I was inspired with eagerness to know the full meaning of the scene in which I was now to play a part, however humble.
