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From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
advisernounUS /ædˈvaɪzər/
an expert who gives advice
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
matters of personal concern
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
allegedadjectiveUS /əˈledʒd/
declared but not proved
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
eagerly desirous
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
awkwardadjectiveUS /ˈɑːkwərd/
causing inconvenience
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
balladnounUS /ˈbæləd/
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
Bellomont
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From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
fearless and daring
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
bombardedverbUS /bɑːmˈbɑːrdɪd/
past form of “bombard” — cast, hurl, or throw repeatedly with some missile
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
captainsnounUS /ˈkæptənz/
plural of “captain” — an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
rid of obstructions
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
coaxverbUS /koʊks/
influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
correspondencenounUS /ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndəns/
communication by the exchange of letters
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
creditableadjectiveUS /ˈkredətəbəl/
worthy of often limited commendation
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
plural of “cry” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
past form of “dare” — take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
psychological suffering
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
Don't
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From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
earliestadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrliəst/
(comparative and superlative of “early”) more early than; most early
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
Emmot
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From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
enterprisenounUS /ˈentərpraɪz/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
coins made of gold
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
the head of a state government
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
jailnounUS /dʒeɪl/
a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
KIDDnounUS /kɪd/
Scottish sea captain who was hired to protect British shipping in the Indian Ocean and then was accused of piracy and hanged (1645-1701)
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
legaladjectiveUS /ˈliːɡəl/
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
in order that something should not happen
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
lucklessadjectiveUS /ˈlʌkləs/
having or bringing misfortune
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
a particular point in time
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
negotiationsnounUS /nəˌɡoʊʃiˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “negotiation” — a discussion intended to produce an agreement
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
not any; not one
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
partnersnounUS /ˈpɑːrtnərz/
plural of “partner” — a person's partner in marriage
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
piratenounUS /ˈpaɪrət/
someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
piratesnounUS /ˈpaɪrəts/
plural of “pirate” — someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
revealverbUS /rɪˈviːl/
make visible
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
royaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
plural of “soul” — the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
statusnounUS /ˈstætəs/
the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
for that reason; as a result
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
uncontrolledadjectiveUS /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld/
not being under control; out of control
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
waryadjectiveUS /ˈweri/
marked by keen caution and watchful prudence
From this reading He dared not reveal the true status of affairs to Kidd by means of correspondence lest that wary bird escape him, and he therefore tried to coax him nearer in a letter sent back in care of Emmot, that experienced legal adviser of pirates in distress.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading (_From the old Kidd ballad._) The negotiations between Kidd and the Earl of Bellomont were no more creditable to the royal governor than to the alleged pirate.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Already the noble partners in England were bombarded with awkward questions concerning the luckless enterprise, and Bellomont, anxious to clear himself and his friends, was for getting hold of Kidd and putting him in Boston jail at the earliest possible moment.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading CAPTAIN KIDD, HIS TREASURE[1] "You captains brave and bold, hear our cries, hear our cries, You captains brave and bold, hear our cries.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading You captains brave and bold, though you seem uncontrolled, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls, lose your souls, Don't for the sake of gold lose your souls."
