used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
(of mail) marked with a destination
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
auctioneernounUS /ˌɑːkʃəˈnɪr/
an agent who conducts an auction
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
earlier than; in front of
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
without stop or interruption
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
reach, make, or come to a decision about something
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
fireworksnounUS /ˈfaɪrwɜːrks/
plural of “firework” — (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading "Go on!"
hearersnounUS /ˈhiːrərz/
plural of “hearer” — someone who listens attentively
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
immediately past
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
past form of “laugh” — produce laughter
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "Go on!"
on one occasion
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
the act of playing a musical instrument
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
showmannounUS /ˈʃoʊmən/
a person skilled at making effective presentations
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
believed likely
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
Templeton
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From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
treasuresnounUS /ˈtreʒərz/
plural of “treasure” — accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
vocaladjectiveUS /ˈvoʊkəl/
relating to or designed for or using the singing voice
From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading "You said that last week at Templeton," laughed a man in the crowd.
Whereupon
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From this reading Whereupon the auctioneer once more addressed his hearers in a burst of vocal fireworks.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
wreckedadjectiveUS /rekt/
destroyed in an accident
From this reading It was suspected that the wrecked showman was playing for sympathy.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Such a wealth of treasures is here offered," continued the auctioneer, "that for the first time in my career I confess myself unable to decide which article or lot to lay before you first."
