Chapter XXXI

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

anew

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

(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 In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

plural of “bargain” — an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

plural of “carry” — the act of carrying something

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

plural of “copper” — a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

of metal e.g.

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

being one more than seven

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

being one more than seventeen

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

third-person singular of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

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

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

before any deductions

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

plural of “instance” — an occurrence of something

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

plural of “lace” — a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment)

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

engage in

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

plural of “meet” — a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

not any; not one

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

and nothing more

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

the act of spending or disbursing money

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

plural of “pair” — a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

plural of “penny” — a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

plural of “penny” — a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

third-person singular of “persist” — continue to exist

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

not often

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

third-person singular of “realise” — earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

-ing form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

third-person singular of “retain” — hold back within

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

move by turning over or rotating

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

covered with or consisting of rust

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

plural of “shilling” — the basic unit of money in Uganda; equal to 100 cents

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

disposed of to a purchaser

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

make a mess of, destroy or ruin

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

not in physical motion

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

past form of “store” — keep or lay aside for future use

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

plural of “tag” — a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc.

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

past form of “tender” — offer or present for acceptance

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

a solemn statement made under oath

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

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

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading Then, again, laces are light, they are easy to carry and can be stored in one coat-pocket.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

as the end result of a succession or process

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading In fact, if they become crumpled and twisted and their tags rusty, he makes them his testimony that he was wet through, being out all night, which story rarely fails in coppers and he still retains his laces.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

covered or soaked with a liquid such as water

From this reading Another great advantage is that although a man may get wet through, or roll on his laces in the grass, he does not spoil his living.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

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

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.

move with a whining sound

From this reading Although he sometimes meets a lady who persists in regarding him as a trader and bargains for two pairs for three halfpence, and ultimately carries them off in triumph--in spite of his whine of not being able to make bed and board out of them--in spite of these rare instances, he must confess that in the end he has received eight or nine shillings for an outlay of eighteen pence, and, what is more, an abundance of free food.

which person or people

From this reading SOME WAYS OF MAKING A LIVING No doubt laces are the best stock to carry, for a gross of them can be had for eighteen pence, sometimes less, which, sold at a penny a pair, realises six shillings; and, counting the number of pennies that are tendered free in pity for the man's circumstances, who must be cunning enough to show only two or three pairs at a time--he has nothing to complain of in the end.