used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
acquitverbUS /əˈkwɪt/
pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
appliedadjectiveUS /əˈplaɪd/
concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
Artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
for the reason that
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
reach, make, or come to a decision about something
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
greatly pleasing or entertaining
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
DERIVATIONnounUS /ˌderəˈveɪʃən/
the source or origin from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues)
From this reading OF DERIVATION.
derivedadjectiveUS /dərˈaɪvd/
formed or developed from something else; not original
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
discoursenounUS /ˈdɪskɔːrs/
extended verbal expression in speech or writing
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
diseasesnounUS /dɪˈziːzəz/
plural of “disease” — an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
expedientadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspiːdiənt/
serving to promote your interest
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
generalitynounUS /ˌdʒenərˈæləti/
an idea or conclusion having general application
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
plural of “habit” — an established custom
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
inattentionnounUS /ˌɪnəˈtentʃən/
lack of attention
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
indictedverbUS /ˌɪnˈdaɪtɪd/
past form of “indict” — accuse formally of a crime
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
inquiringadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪərɪŋ/
given to inquiry
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
instancesnounUS /ˈɪnstənsəz/
plural of “instance” — an occurrence of something
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
instructedverbUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “instruct” — impart skills or knowledge to
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
instructionnounUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
a message describing how something is to be done
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
languagesnounUS /ˈlæŋɡwədʒəz/
plural of “language” — a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
LatinadjectiveUS /ˈlætən/
of or relating to the ancient Latins or the Latin language
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
lodgingsnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋz/
temporary living quarters
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the force of workers available
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
metaphoricallyadverbUS /ˌmetəˈfɔːrɪkli/
in a metaphorical manner
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to form the superlative
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading OF DERIVATION.
offencenoun
the action of attacking an enemy
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
on one occasion
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
and nothing more
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
originallyadverbUS /ərˈɪdʒənəli/
in an original manner
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
philologicaladjective
of or relating to or dealing with philology
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
phrasesnounUS /ˈfreɪzəz/
plural of “phrase” — an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
processverbUS /ˈprɑːses/
subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
housing available for people to live in
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
remedied
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From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
respectingverbUS /riˈspektɪŋ/
-ing form of “respect” — regard highly; think much of
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
respectiveadjectiveUS /rɪˈspektɪv/
considered individually
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
restrictedadjectiveUS /riˈstrɪktəd/
subject to restriction or subjected to restriction
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
SaxonnounUS /ˈsæksən/
a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Angles and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons; dominant in England until the Norman Conquest
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
signifiesverbUS /ˈsɪɡnəfaɪz/
third-person singular of “signify” — denote or connote
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
sourcesnounUS /ˈsɔːrsəz/
plural of “source” — the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
testnounUS /test/
trying something to find out about it
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
in or at that place or location
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
therebyadverbUS /ˈðerˈbaɪ/
by that means or because of that
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
caused to fall to the ground
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
tonguesnounUS /tʌŋz/
plural of “tongue” — a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
a just detectable amount
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
precisely as stated
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There are several words in the English Language which were originally Terms of Art, but came in process of time to be applied metaphorically to the common purposes of discourse.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
which person or people
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading Thus lodgings are sometimes called _quarters_; a word which, in its restricted sense, signifies the lodgings of soldiers; ill habits, like diseases, are said to be _remedied_; men hope, as if indicted for an offence, that ladies will _acquit_ them of inattention, and so forth.
the words that are spoken
From this reading In what manner English words are derived, one from another, the generality of persons know very well: there are, however, a few words and phrases, which it is expedient to trace to their respective sources; not only because such an exercise is of itself delightful to the inquiring mind; but because we shall thereby be furnished (as we hope to show) with a test by means of which, on hearing an expression for the first time, we shall be able, in most instances, to decide at once respecting its nature and quality.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Those who know Latin, Greek, Saxon, and the other languages from which our own is formed, do not require to be instructed in philological derivation; and on those who do not understand the said tongues, such instruction would be thrown away.
