used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
abrogatedverbUS /ˈæbrəɡeɪtɪd/
past form of “abrogate” — revoke formally
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
authenticadjectiveUS /əˈθentɪk/
conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
awaitverbUS /əˈweɪt/
look forward to the probable occurrence of
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
celebrationnounUS /ˌseləˈbreɪʃən/
a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
Chattesworth
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
consequencesnounUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwensəz/
plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
deemedverbUS /diːmd/
past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
dishonourverb
bring shame or dishonor upon
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
Dunoran
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
plural of “end” — either extremity of something that has length
From this reading THE STORY ENDS.
estatesnounUS /ɪˈsteɪts/
plural of “estate” — everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
make plain and comprehensible
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
a social unit living together
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
fittingadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
Gertrude
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
IrishnounUS /ˈaɪrɪʃ/
people of Ireland or of Irish extraction
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
an opinion formed by judging something
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
plural of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
Mervyn
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
parliamentaryadjectiveUS /ˌpɑːrləˈmentəri/
relating to or having the nature of a parliament
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
possessionsnounUS /pəˈzeʃənz/
plural of “possession” — the act of having and controlling property
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
reclusenounUS /rɪˈkluːs/
one who lives in solitude
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
rescuedadjectiveUS /ˈreskjuːd/
delivered from danger
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
respectedadjectiveUS /rɪˈspektɪd/
receiving deferential regard
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
restorationnounUS /ˌrestərˈeɪʃən/
the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
a male human offspring
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
not in physical motion
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading THE STORY ENDS.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading So for the recluse Mervyn, and the fair Gertrude Chattesworth, our story ends like a fairy tale.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STORY ENDS.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading An ancient name rescued from the shadow of dishonour, and still greater estates, made my lord and lady as happy as things can.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
vindicationnounUS /vɪndəˈkeɪʃən/
the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The old minutes of the Irish House of Lords can better explain than I the parliamentary process by which all the consequences of the judgment against the late Lord Dunoran were abrogated, as respected his son.
youthfuladjectiveUS /ˈjuːθfəl/
suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
From this reading A wedding in those days was a celebration and a feast; and it was deemed fitting that the union of Gertrude Chattesworth and the youthful Lord Dunoran should await the public vindication of his family, and the authentic restoration of all their rights and possessions.
