Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

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

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

causing inconvenience

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

plural of “buggy” — a small lightweight carriage; drawn by a single horse

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

an occurrence of something

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

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From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

not invading healthy tissue

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

send away towards a designated goal

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

a deliberate act of omission

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

not suited to your comfort, purpose or needs

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

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

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

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From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

the quality of being just or fair

From this reading --Retributive Justice, or the Robber robbed.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

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

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

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

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

lacking distinct or individual characteristics; dull and uninteresting

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

past form of “occasion” — give occasion to

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

and nothing more

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading --Retributive Justice, or the Robber robbed.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

for the most part

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

on the contrary

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

the act of requiring; an authoritative request or demand, especially by a military or public authority that takes something over (usually temporarily) for military or public use

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

of or relating to or having the nature of retribution

From this reading --Retributive Justice, or the Robber robbed.

inflected form of “rob” — take something away by force or without the consent of the owner

From this reading --Retributive Justice, or the Robber robbed.

a thief who steals from someone by threatening violence

From this reading --Retributive Justice, or the Robber robbed.

express in words

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

something that seduces or has the quality to seduce

From this reading In this case, as in others, the cause produced the effect; or rather, we should say, the temptation occasioned the crime.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading --Retributive Justice, or the Robber robbed.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

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

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

conduct business

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

plural of “traveller” — a person who changes location

From this reading The result of this was, that travellers, in consequence of the slow jog-trot motion of those curious and inconvenient machines, were obliged, in order to transact their business with something like due dispatch, to travel both by night and day.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

plural of “vehicle” — a conveyance that transports people or objects

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

precisely as stated

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

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

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

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

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

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

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Mail-coaches and chaises were the only vehicles then in requisition, with the exception of the awkward gingles, buggies, and other gear of that nondescript class which were peculiar to the times, and principally confined to the metropolis.

produce a literary work

From this reading In the days of which we write, travelling was a very different process from what it is at present.