used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
(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 He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
for the reason that
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
a person who is in charge
From this reading The Chief Eunuch eyed me expectantly.
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
costlyadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːstli/
entailing great loss or sacrifice
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
EunuchnounUS /ˈjuːnək/
a man who has been castrated and is incapable of reproduction
From this reading The Chief Eunuch eyed me expectantly.
expectantlyadverb
in an expectant manner
From this reading The Chief Eunuch eyed me expectantly.
eyedadjectiveUS /aɪd/
having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination
From this reading The Chief Eunuch eyed me expectantly.
a boy or man
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading “THREE LITTLE MAIDS FROM SCHOOL.”
giftsnounUS /ɡɪfts/
plural of “gift” — something acquired without compensation
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
how
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From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
intriguenounUS /ˌɪnˈtriːɡ/
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
judgedverbUS /dʒʌdʒd/
past form of “judge” — determine the result of (a competition)
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
in like or similar manner
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
limitedadjectiveUS /ˈlɪmətəd/
small in range or scope
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading “THREE LITTLE MAIDS FROM SCHOOL.”
past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
MAIDSnounUS /meɪdz/
plural of “maid” — a female domestic
From this reading “THREE LITTLE MAIDS FROM SCHOOL.”
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The Chief Eunuch eyed me expectantly.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
the act of having and controlling property
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
no longer active in your work or profession
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
an educational institution
From this reading “THREE LITTLE MAIDS FROM SCHOOL.”
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
successornounUS /səkˈsesər/
a person who follows next in order
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
required or under orders
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
confined on all sides
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Chief Eunuch eyed me expectantly.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading “THREE LITTLE MAIDS FROM SCHOOL.”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He was a clever fellow in his way, and had more than ordinary intelligence; but all his life had been passed in this retired place and he judged people and things from his own limited point of view.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
hope for; have a wish
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading Likewise he supposed books precious, because there were so few in the palace, and he had seen so much intrigue in his life that it was but natural that the Prince wished to destroy certain papers left in his desk before a successor obtained possession of them.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He could understand how his master might wish to reward friends with costly gifts, because he had lived surrounded by rare and precious objects of art.
