Chapter XXVIII

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

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From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

provided with necessary articles of equipment for a specialized purpose (especially military)

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a public promotion of some product or service

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

on foot; walking

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

(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 WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

(used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

extremely filthy from long neglect

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

the two together, not just one

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

inflected form of “busy” — keep busy with

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a tight-fitting headdress

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

put or send forth

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

cleansing the body by washing; especially ritual washing of e.g. hands

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

plural of “cobweb” — a fabric so delicate and transparent as to resemble a web of a spider

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a small house with a single story

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

remove the dust from

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

the branch of engineering science that studies the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the control of machines and communication

From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

past form of “ensue” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

an old word for “before”

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

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From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

(Greek mythology) a mythical Trojan who was killed by Achilles during the Trojan War

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

possessive form of “hector” — (Greek mythology) a mythical Trojan who was killed by Achilles during the Trojan War

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

having a drab or dowdy quality; lacking stylishness or elegance

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

stricken with horror

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

plural of “idea” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

past form of “idle” — run disconnected or idle

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

of the present time and place

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering. (Hách dịch, độc đoán, kiêu kỳ.)

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

plural of “journey” — the act of traveling from one place to another

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a square scarf that is folded into a triangle and worn over the head or about the neck

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a room equipped for preparing meals

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

plural of “knee” — hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

closed with a lace

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

held up in the air

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

appealing to the emotions as well as the eye

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading On me marrer-bones, sir!

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

a form of address for a man

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

of an obscure nature

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust

From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

a formal and solemn declaration of objection

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

express in words

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

from appearances alone

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

term of address for a man

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a cleansing agent made from the salts of vegetable or animal fats

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

plural of “spider” — predatory arachnid with eight legs, two poison fangs, two feelers, and usually two silk-spinning organs at the back end of the body; they spin silk to make cocoons for eggs or traps for prey

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

plural of “stable” — a farm building for housing horses or other livestock

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition)

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading She’s ’ad me ’ere on me knees, a-scrubbin’ an’ a-sloshin’, this hower an’ more, she ’ave!

United States classical archaeologist (born in Canada) noted for leading the excavation of the Athenian agora (1906-2000)

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

bound or secured closely

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

covered or furnished with tiles

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

past form of “venture” — proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

loud cries made while weeping

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

at the time that

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

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

From this reading Accoutred thus, she was directing the floor-washing operations of Mr. Thompson in the small, tiled kitchen when Sir Hector ventured to open the door, whereupon Mr. Thompson, hitherto awed to dumb submission by my lady’s imperious presence, cast down his scrubbing-brush and lifted his voice in wailing protest:

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

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “Sir ’Ector—O Sir ’Ector, will ’ee look at oi!

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From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.

in the company of; together with

From this reading WHICH, AMONG OTHER SMALL MATTERS, TELLETH OF A SNUFF-BOX And now ensued days wherein Sir John seemingly idled, the Corporal took mysterious journeys both a-horse and afoot, and my Lady Herminia busied herself upon Sir Hector’s comfort; for, having visited his cottage and being horrified by his ideas of “homeliness,” she prepared for immediate action—that is to say, with lovely head tied up in a kerchief (laced cap, ringlets and all) against such accidentals as spiders, cobwebs and dust, she armed herself with a mop and Mr. William Thompson with soap, water and scrubbing-brush, and forthwith set about cleansing the Augean Stables.