Chapter IV

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

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From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

a feeling of delighted approval and liking

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

have an effect upon

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

more than enough in size or scope or capacity

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

a feeling of delight at being entertained

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

the people of Great Britain

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

superlative of “busy” — actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

a rapid active commotion

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

examine and note the similarities or differences of

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

plural of “concern” — something that interests you because it is important or affects you

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

overfilled or compacted or concentrated

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

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From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

the power to use something or someone

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

a feeling of favorable regard

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

a public meeting or assembly for open discussion

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

moving with great haste

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

not in action or at work

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

of the present time and place

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

the first letter of a word (especially a person's name)

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

time available for ease and relaxation

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

plural of “looker” — a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind)

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

plural of “market” — the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

at the same time but in another place

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

past form of “mingle” — to bring or combine together or with something else

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

a collection containing a variety of sorts of things

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

above and across; more than

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

by chance

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

plural of “plebeian” — one of the common people

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

the people who inhabit a territory or state

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

in the right manner; correctly; suitably

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

plural of “purchaser” — a person who buys

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

plural of “purveyor” — someone who supplies provisions (especially food)

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

only a very short time before

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

the quality of being simple or uncompounded

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

a person who is owned by someone

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

plural of “survey” — a detailed critical inspection

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

-ing form of “swarm” — be teeming, be abuzz

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

an acknowledgment of appreciation

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The citizens themselves, the Plebeians, properly so called, scarcely formed one half of the swarming assemblage.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

-ing form of “thread” — to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.

not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The business of the Forum was over: the markets were disgorging their mingled stream of purveyors, purchasers, and idle lookers‐on.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading The whole population of Rome was hurrying home to dinner, and a motley crowd it was.

in the company of; together with

From this reading ROME [Initial M] Meanwhile the British slave, unconscious that he was already the object of Valeria’s interest and Myrrhina’s admiration, was threading his way through the crowded streets that adjoined the Forum, enjoying that vague sense of amusement with which a man surveys a scene of bustle and confusion that does not affect his immediate concerns.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Thanks to the favour of his master, his time was nearly at his own disposal, and he had ample leisure to observe the busiest scene in the known world, and to compare it, perhaps, with the peace and simplicity of those early days, which seemed now like the memories of a dream, so completely had they passed away.