Chapter X

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

gotten through environmental forces

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

later than; following

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

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

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

made in or typical of earlier times and valued for its age

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

earlier than; in front of

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

at or toward the back of something

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

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

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

inflected form of “buy” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

a large and stately mansion

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

one who is the object of choice; who is given preference

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

plural of “comment” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

without stop or interruption

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

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

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

marked by complexity and richness of detail

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

a person who lacks good judgment

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

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

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

only a very short time before

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

the creation of something in the mind

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

the power or ability to move

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

for more time

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

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

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

not any; not one

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

a perceptual structure

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

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

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

past form of “persuade” — win approval or support for

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

of or relating to or using air (or a similar gas)

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

tending to or capable of propelling

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

the reestablishing of cordial relations

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

a register of rents; includes the names of tenants and the amount of rent they pay

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

past form of “repair” — restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

an elastic material obtained from the latex sap of trees (especially trees of the genera Hevea and Ficus) that can be vulcanized and finished into a variety of products

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

plural of “shop” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

inflected form of “shrink” — wither, as with a loss of moisture

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

characterized by good substantial quality

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

a person, without saying who

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

plural of “taste” — the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

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

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

in spite of the fact that

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

plural of “tire” — hoop that covers a wheel

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

a vehicle with three wheels that is moved by foot pedals

From this reading Among them was that of propelling himself about on a tricycle.

up to a particular time

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

at the time that

From this reading After that he had bought a new tricycle of the latest pattern and its pneumatic tires and easy running had given him a new delight in his chosen form of exercise and locomotion; so that he could hardly be persuaded to drive in a motor-car or behind horses when he was in the country, and would have ridden his tricycle in London if he had not shrunk from the comments that might reach his ears.

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

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

in the company of; together with

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading He would probably have continued to ride it until it could be repaired no longer; but riding through the village of Pershore one morning he had heard somebody--he never wished to inquire whom--call out: "Here comes that old fool on his bone-shaker!"

a late time of life

From this reading He had acquired one of those machines in their early days of solid rubber tires, before the invention of the safety bicycle, and ridden it for many years, until it became almost a curiosity, or what the shops call an "antique."

but in spite of that

From this reading RECONCILIATION The Earl of Crowborough, though he lived in a Castle, and enjoyed a rent-roll which provided him with everything that was suitable to his rank in the way of elaborate living, yet shared many simple tastes with people of less exalted station.