used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
perfect or complete or pure
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
additionaladjectiveUS /əˈdɪʃənəl/
further or added
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
dearly loved
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
the two together, not just one
From this reading It is both and more.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
plural of “call” — a telephone connection
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
Chesil
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From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
the person or thing chosen or selected
From this reading There is a choice of ways to Portland.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
exclusivenessnoun
tendency to associate with only a select group
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
people in general (often used in the plural)
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
fortressnounUS /ˈfɔːrtrəs/
a fortified defensive structure
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
generalitynounUS /ˌdʒenərˈæləti/
an idea or conclusion having general application
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
(of animals) fully developed
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
HardyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrdi/
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
ISLEnounUS /aɪl/
a small island
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is both and more.
mainlandnounUS /ˈmeɪnlænd/
the main land mass of a country or continent; as distinguished from an island or peninsula
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
MajoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It is both and more.
a form of address for a man
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
and nothing more
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
outlyingadjectiveUS /ˈaʊtlaɪɪŋ/
relatively far from a center or middle
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
pebblesnounUS /ˈpebəlz/
plural of “pebble” — a small smooth rounded rock
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
peculiarlyadverbUS /pɪˈkjuːljərli/
uniquely or characteristically
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
PORTLANDnounUS /ˈpɔːrtlənd/
freshwater port and largest city in Oregon; located in northwestern Oregon on the Willamette River which divides the city into east and west sections; renowned for its beautiful natural setting among the mountains
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
precariousadjectiveUS /priˈkeriəs/
affording no ease or reassurance
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
quarrynounUS /ˈkwɔːri/
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
seeminglyadverbUS /ˈsiːmɪŋli/
from appearances alone
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
unusual or striking
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
Slingers
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
stretchverbUS /stretʃ/
occupy a large, elongated area
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
tetheredadjectiveUS /ˈteðərd/
confined or restricted with or as if with a rope or chain
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is a choice of ways to Portland.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
a special situation
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading It is, for one additional thing, a fortress, in these times grown to a considerable strength, and, for another, is a singular outlying corner of England tethered to the mainland only by that seemingly precarious stretch of pebbles, the Chesil Beach.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
TrumpetverbUS /ˈtrʌmpət/
proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
untravelledadjective
not traveled over or through
From this reading THE ISLE OF PORTLAND TO the generality of untravelled folk, Portland is nothing but a quarry and a prison.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading There is a choice of ways to Portland.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
Weymouth
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From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
in the company of; together with
From this reading As Weymouth is peculiarly the scene of _The Trumpet Major_, so Portland, the “Isle of Slingers,” as Mr. Hardy calls it, is especially, though not with absolute exclusiveness, the district of _The Well Beloved_.
