1800
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From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
advocateverbUS /ˈædvəkət/
push for something
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
anew
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
how long something has existed
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
the two together, not just one
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
terminate
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
comelyadjectiveUS /ˈkʌmli/
according with custom or propriety
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
commandingadjectiveUS /kəˈmændɪŋ/
used of a height or viewpoint
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
the appearance conveyed by a person's face
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
darkenedadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːrkənd/
(of fabrics and paper) grown dark in color over time
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
disagreeableadjectiveUS /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbəl/
not to your liking
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
opinion or judgment
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
forswornverbUS /ˌfɔːrˈswɔːrn/
inflected form of “forswear” — formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
and nothing more
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
kissesnounUS /ˈkɪsəz/
plural of “kiss” — the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof)
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
lawyer'snounUS /ˈlɔːjərz/
possessive form of “lawyer” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
an area that is approximately central within some larger region
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
misleadverbUS /mɪˈsliːd/
lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
moistadjectiveUS /mɔɪst/
slightly wet
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
MontrealnounUS /ˌmʌntriˈɔːl/
a city in southern Quebec province on the Saint Lawrence River; the largest city in Quebec and 2nd largest in Canada; the 2nd largest French-speaking city in the world
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
mornnounUS /mɔːrn/
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
used to form the superlative
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
mournfuladjectiveUS /ˈmɔːrnfəl/
expressing sorrow
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
ruffledadjectiveUS /ˈrʌfəld/
shaken into waves or undulations as by wind
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
seal'd
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
sealedadjectiveUS /siːld/
established irrevocably
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
SealsnounUS /siːlz/
plural of “seal” — fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
SeptembernounUS /sepˈtembər/
the month following August and preceding October
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
unusual or striking
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
sweetlyadverbUS /ˈswiːtli/
in an affectionate or loving manner (“sweet” is sometimes a poetic or informal variant of “sweetly”)
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
carry out
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
tempersnounUS /ˈtempərz/
plural of “temper” — a sudden outburst of anger
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
in spite of the fact that
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
topicnounUS /ˈtɑːpɪk/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
well-dressedadjective
having tasteful clothing and being scrupulously neat
From this reading His companion was a well-dressed female of middle age, and comely, though mournful countenance.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Take, oh take those lips away, That so sweetly were forsworn; And those eyes, the break of day, Lights that do mislead the morn: But my kisses bring again, bring again Seals of love, but sealed in vain, seal'd in vain."
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Some disagreeable topic seemed to have just ruffled both of their tempers, for her face was moist with tears, and darkened with an expression of disappointment.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading _Measure for Measure._ On a bright day during the month of September, of the year 1800, two persons were in earnest conversation in a lawyer's office in the city of Montreal.
a late time of life
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
but in spite of that
From this reading One of them was the most distinguished advocate of that place; a man of some three score years, and of a commanding yet wild and singular aspect.
