used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
(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 Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
bathsnounUS /bæθs/
plural of “bath” — a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it)
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
conductedverbUS /kənˈdʌktəd/
past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
CzarnounUS /zɑːr/
a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917)
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
domesticsnounUS /dəˈmestɪks/
plural of “domestic” — a servant who is paid to perform menial tasks around the household
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
the male ruler of an empire
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
a movement into or inward
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
garmentsnounUS /ˈɡɑːrmənts/
plural of “garment” — an article of clothing
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
Gerald
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From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
Havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
a social unit living together
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
intentionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃənz/
plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
used to form the superlative
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
on one occasion
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
refreshmentnounUS /rəˈfreʃmənt/
snacks and drinks served as a light meal
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
respectingverbUS /riˈspektɪŋ/
-ing form of “respect” — regard highly; think much of
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
robenounUS /roʊb/
any loose flowing garment
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
RussianounUS /ˈrʌʃə/
a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics (Ukraine and Byelorussia and others); officially dissolved 31 December 1991
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
sheepskinnounUS /ˈʃiːpskɪn/
tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
a person who is owned by someone
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
plural of “slave” — a person who is owned by someone
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
summonedverbUS /ˈsʌmənd/
past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
suppliedverbUS /səˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading OUR HERO AT THE COURT OF PETER THE GREAT.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading He was further told that he would most likely be summoned to attend on the Emperor in the evening.
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
wardrobenounUS /ˈwɔːrdroʊb/
a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
an old word meaning “from where”
From this reading Having finished his meal, he was conducted by a domestic or slave (for all the domestics in Russia were slaves) to one of the baths prepared for the household, and then to a wardrobe, from whence a handsome robe was given him to put on in the place of his sheepskin garments.
in the company of; together with
From this reading On entering the palace Gerald was at once taken to a comfortable apartment, and supplied with refreshment.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading ‘Surely,’ thought he, ‘the Czar has some kind intentions respecting me, or he would not give orders that I should be treated in this manner;’ and he was much relieved by this thought.
