aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
(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 Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
Bathurst
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From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
butler'snounUS /ˈbʌtlərz/
possessive form of “butler” — a manservant (usually the head servant of a household) who has charge of wines and the table
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
don't
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From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
Dr
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From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
he's
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From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
Horncastle
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From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
informverbUS /ˌɪnˈfɔːrm/
impart knowledge of some fact, state of affairs, or event to
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
plural of “look” — the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
master'snounUS /ˈmæstərz/
possessive form of “master” — an artist of consummate skill
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
mentioningverbUS /ˈmenʃənɪŋ/
-ing form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
a form of address for a man
From this reading MR.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
neglectingverbUS /nɪˈɡlektɪŋ/
-ing form of “neglect” — leave undone or leave out
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
information about recent and important events
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
and nothing more
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
accept an excuse for
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
a person who requires medical care
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
POTTERverbUS /ˈpɑːtər/
do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
freed from illness or injury
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
filled with satisfaction
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
express in words
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
term of address for a man
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Seems to me, with all respect, sir, that he's neglecting his duty, to ask questions about master's movements of late, and such like.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
precisely as stated
From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Dr. Bathurst has been and wished me to inform you that he is quite satisfied with the progress his patient is making.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading POTTER SHOWS HIS HAND "Glad to say, sir," was the butler's news after his remarks about Horncastle, "that the master's recovered consciousness, sir, and would be glad to see you.
you'll
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From this reading Only he must be kept very quiet, sir; and you'll pardon me mentioning the matter, sir, but, do you know, I don't quite like the looks of that man Potter, the nurse.
