used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
allowingverbUS /əˈlaʊɪŋ/
-ing form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
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in addition
From this reading I am also indebted to the literary editor of the _Springfield Republican_ and to the editors of _Poet-Lore_, respectively, for allowing me to reprint the paper on _Thomas Hardy_ and the lecture on _An Elizabethan Novelist_.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
the form of “be” used with “I”
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the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
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used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
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areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
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AtlanticnounUS /ətˈlæntɪk/
the 2nd largest ocean; separates North and South America on the west from Europe and Africa on the east
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bibliophiles
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Bibliotaph
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book-collectors
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From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
confined by bonds
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
showing who or what does the action
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-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
criticnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪk/
a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
doingsnounUS /ˈduːɪŋz/
manner of acting or controlling yourself
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
editornounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
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editorsnounUS /ˈedɪtərz/
plural of “editor” — a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
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ElizabethannounUS /ˌelɪzəˈbiːθən/
a person who lived during the reign of Elizabeth I
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eminentlyadverbUS /ˈemənəntli/
in an eminent manner
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
to certain extent or degree
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
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intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
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the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
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fraternitynounUS /frəˈtɜːrnəti/
a social club for male undergraduates
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
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Gautier
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HardyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrdi/
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
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heinousnessnoun
the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
hostileadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːstəl/
characterized by enmity or ill will
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
humorouslyadverbUS /ˈhjuːmərəsli/
in a humorous manner
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
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on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
indebtedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdetɪd/
owing gratitude or recognition to another for help or favors etc
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inscrutableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈskruːtəbəl/
of an obscure nature
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
IvesnounUS /aɪvz/
United States composer noted for his innovative use of polytonality (1874-1954)
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KeatsnounUS /kiːts/
Englishman and romantic poet (1795-1821)
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having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
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lectureverbUS /ˈlektʃər/
deliver a lecture or talk
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of or relating to or characteristic of literature
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a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
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mitigatedadjectiveUS /ˈmɪtəɡeɪtɪd/
made less severe or intense
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
MonthlynounUS /ˈmʌnθli/
a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year)
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used to form the superlative
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
negativeadjectiveUS /ˈneɡətɪv/
characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
plural of “note” — a brief written record
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NovelistnounUS /ˈnɑːvələst/
one who writes novels
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amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
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touching and supported by a surface
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a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
orthodoxadjectiveUS /ˈɔːrθədɑːks/
of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
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writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
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the time that has elapsed
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
approval to do something
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picturesqueadjectiveUS /ˈpɪktʃərəsk/
suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
Poet-Lore
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regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
reprintnounUS /riˈprɪnt/
a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale
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reprintedverbUS /riˈprɪntɪd/
past form of “reprint” — print anew
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RepublicannounUS /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
a member of the Republican Party
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respectivelyadverbUS /rɪˈspektɪvli/
in the order given
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romanticadjectiveUS /roʊˈmæntɪk/
belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
estrangement from god
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
SpringfieldnounUS /ˈsprɪŋfiːld/
capital of the state of Illinois
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St
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Stevenson's
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used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
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belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
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the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
United States clockmaker who introduced mass production (1785-1859)
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the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading If their doings are inscrutable, they are also romantic; if their vices are numerous, the heinousness of those vices is mitigated by the fact that it is possible to sin humorously.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
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vicesnounUS /ˈvaɪsəz/
plural of “vice” — moral weakness
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
virtuesnounUS /ˈvɜːrtʃuːz/
plural of “virtue” — the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading A popular and fairly orthodox opinion concerning book-collectors is that their vices are many, their virtues of a negative sort, and their ways altogether past finding out.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet the most hostile critic is bound to admit that the fraternity of bibliophiles is eminently picturesque.
