used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
acquiredadjectiveUS /əˈkwaɪərd/
gotten through environmental forces
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
in actual fact
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
in addition
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
inflected form of “buy” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
CirclesnounUS /ˈsɜːrkəlz/
plural of “circle” — ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
COLLECTIONnounUS /kəˈlekʃən/
several things grouped together or considered as a whole
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
ConsultsverbUS /kənˈsʌlts/
third-person singular of “consult” — get or ask advice from
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
CreatesverbUS /kriˈeɪts/
third-person singular of “create” — make or cause to be or to become
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
reach, make, or come to a decision about something
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
DIAMONDSnounUS /ˈdaɪməndz/
plural of “diamond” — a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
displaynounUS /dɪˈspleɪ/
something intended to communicate a particular impression
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
DodgeverbUS /dɑːdʒ/
make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
Dore
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From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
indicating exactness or preciseness
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
Francisco
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From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
GEMSnounUS /dʒemz/
plural of “gem” — art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
the act of retaining something
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
LapidarynounUS /ˈlæpəderi/
an expert on precious stones and the art of cutting and engraving them
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
LentnounUS /lent/
a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
Maurice
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From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
miningnounUS /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/
the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
multitudenounUS /ˈmʌltətuːd/
a large indefinite number
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
not any; not one
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
on one occasion
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
organizationnounUS /ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃən/
a group of people who work together
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
partnernounUS /ˈpɑːrtnər/
a person's partner in marriage
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
PROMOTERSnounUS /prəˈmoʊtərz/
plural of “promoter” — someone who is an active supporter and advocate
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
prospectorsnounUS /ˈprɔːspektərz/
plural of “prospector” — someone who explores an area for mineral deposits
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
the activity of protecting someone or something
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
To recall to mind.
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
SAMPLESnounUS /ˈsæmpəlz/
plural of “sample” — a small part of something intended as representative of the whole
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
San
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From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
show-case
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From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
sightseersnounUS /ˈsaɪtˈsiːərz/
plural of “sightseer” — a tourist who is visiting sights of interest
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
in the near future
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
SpeculativeadjectiveUS /ˈspekjələtɪv/
not financially safe or secure
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
move an implement through
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
SUBMITverbUS /səbˈmɪt/
refer for judgment or consideration
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Hitherto there had been no attempt made at organization.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
TiffanynounUS /ˈtɪfəni/
United States artist who developed Tiffany glass (1848-1933)
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading PROMOTERS DECIDE TO SUBMIT SAMPLES OF THEIR COLLECTION OF DIAMONDS TO GREAT AUTHORITY ON GEMS.
traysnounUS /treɪz/
plural of “tray” — an open receptacle for holding or displaying or serving articles or food
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The precious stones were actually displayed in open trays to a multitude of sightseers, until I bought a show-case and gave them some kind of protection.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading General Dodge, a partner of Lent in mining, bought an interest from the prospectors at once, and Maurice Dore also acquired a small holding, although I do not remember exactly what.
William
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From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
WillisnounUS /ˈwɪlɪs/
English physician who was a pioneer in the study of the brain (1621-1675)
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
in the company of; together with
From this reading _Tiffany Consults His Lapidary and Soon Makes Report That Creates Big Stir in Speculative Circles._ I think it was the next day or the day following that a display of diamonds was made in the office of William Willis that filled San Francisco with astonishment.
