adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
accordinglyadverbUS /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
admiredadjectiveUS /ədˈmaɪərd/
regarded with admiration
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
adroitlyadverbUS /əˈdrɔɪtli/
with adroitness; in an adroit manner
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
asconjunctionUS /æz/
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
beautynounUS /ˈbjuːti/
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
bitsnounUS /bɪts/
plural of “bit” — a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
blueadjectiveUS /bluː/
of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
casenounUS /keɪs/
an occurrence of something
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
caughtverbUS /kɑːt/
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
chattedverbUS /ˈtʃætəd/
inflected form of “chat” — talk socially without exchanging too much information
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
companionnounUS /kəmˈpænjən/
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
concerningverbUS /kənˈsɜːrnɪŋ/
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
cricket-ball
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
dessertnounUS /dɪˈzɜːrt/
a dish served as the last course of a meal
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
diabolicaladjectiveUS /ˌdaɪəˈbɑːlɪkəl/
showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
directionnounUS /dərˈekʃən/
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
dismissedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmɪst/
having lost your job
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
eggnounUS /eɡ/
animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled reproductive body laid by e.g. female birds
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
eightadjectiveUS /eɪt/
being one more than seven
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
Eiran
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From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
famousadjectiveUS /ˈfeɪməs/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
Fergus
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From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
fetchverbUS /fetʃ/
go or come after and bring or take back
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
flashedverbUS /flæʃt/
past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
fromprepositionUS /frʌm/
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
gemnounUS /dʒem/
art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
gemsnounUS /dʒemz/
plural of “gem” — art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
glitteredverbUS /ˈɡlɪtərd/
past form of “glitter” — be shiny, as if wet
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
handedadjectiveUS /ˈhændəd/
having or involving the use of hands
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
handledadjectiveUS /ˈhændəld/
having a usually specified type of handle
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
hepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
HonornounUS /ˈɑːnər/
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
IpronounUS /aɪ/
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
ItpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
jewelnounUS /ˈdʒuːəl/
a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
laughedverbUS /læft/
past form of “laugh” — produce laughter
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
lesseradjectiveUS /ˈlesər/
of less size or importance
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
likeverbUS /laɪk/
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
liqueurnounUS /lɪˈkɜːr/
strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
magnitudenounUS /ˈmæɡnətuːd/
the property of relative size or extent (whether large or small)
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
MissverbUS /mɪs/
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
MrnounUS /ˈmɪstər/
a form of address for a man
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
observedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvd/
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
OgleverbUS /ˈoʊɡəl/
look at with amorous intentions
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
onprepositionUS /ɑːn/
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
parliamentariannounUS /ˌpɑːrləmənˈteriən/
an elected member of the British Parliament: a member of the House of Commons
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
pigeon'snounUS /ˈpɪdʒənz/
possessive form of “pigeon” — wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
placedadjectiveUS /pleɪst/
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
producedverbUS /prəˈduːst/
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
properlyadverbUS /ˈprɑːpərli/
in the right manner; correctly; suitably
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
rareadjectiveUS /rer/
not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
setverbUS /set/
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
SheridannounUS /ˈʃerɪdən/
Irish playwright remembered for his satirical comedies of manners (1751-1816)
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
showverbUS /ʃoʊ/
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
sizenounUS /saɪz/
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
steeredverbUS /stɪrd/
past form of “steer” — direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
stewardnounUS /ˈstuːərd/
someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
sugarnounUS /ˈʃʊɡər/
a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
sunlightnounUS /ˈsʌnlaɪt/
the rays of the sun
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
talkverbUS /tɔːk/
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
thedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
theirdeterminerUS /ðer/
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
ThenadverbUS /ðen/
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
theypronounUS /ðeɪ/
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
thoughconjunctionUS /ðoʊ/
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
threenounUS /θriː/
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading The parliamentarian placed three bits of sugar in the velvet case and handed the gem to his companion.
throughprepositionUS /θruː/
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
topicnounUS /ˈtɑːpɪk/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
tossedverbUS /tɔːst/
past form of “toss” — throw or toss with a light motion
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
transitnounUS /ˈtrænzɪt/
a surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles, consisting of a small telescope mounted on a tripod
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
trinketnounUS /ˈtrɪŋkət/
cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
velvetnounUS /ˈvelvət/
a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Honor of Eiran was accordingly produced from a blue velvet case, and was properly admired.
wepronounUS /wiː/
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
whenconjunctionUS /wen/
at the time that
From this reading Then, when the steward had been dismissed to fetch a rare liqueur, Mr. Sheridan laughed, and tossed and caught the jewel, as though he handled a cricket-ball.
whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was the size of a pigeon's egg, and was set among eight gems of lesser magnitude; and in transit through the sunlight the trinket flashed and glittered with diabolical beauty.
wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading "Fergus," Mr. Sheridan observed, as they chatted over their dessert concerning famous gems--in which direction talk had been adroitly steered"--Fergus, since we are on the topic, I would like to show Miss Ogle the Honor of Eiran."
