used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
accompanyverbUS /əˈkʌmpəni/
be present or associated with an event or entity
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
(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 So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
arisenverbUS /ərˈɪzən/
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
AtlanticnounUS /ətˈlæntɪk/
the 2nd largest ocean; separates North and South America on the west from Europe and Africa on the east
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
DevonnounUS /ˈdevən/
a county in southwestern England
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
without doubt; certainly
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
plural of “dream” — a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading WILLIAM E. HURLOUT.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
one or the other of two
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
elaborateadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæbrət/
marked by complexity and richness of detail
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
elucidationnoun
an act of explaining that serves to clear up and cast light on
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
Exeter
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From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
fathomed
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From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
HURLOUT
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From this reading WILLIAM E. HURLOUT.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
imaginativeadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈmædʒənətɪv/
(used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
indolentadjectiveUS /ˈɪndələnt/
disinclined to work or exertion
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
inviteverbUS /ˌɪnˈvaɪt/
increase the likelihood of
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
of an obscure nature
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
nimbleadjectiveUS /ˈnɪmbəl/
moving quickly and lightly
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
others
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From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
particularsnounUS /pərˈtɪkjələrz/
plural of “particular” — a fact about some part (as opposed to general)
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
sagaciousadjective
acutely insightful and wise
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
slumbers
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From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
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 Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading So, splendid dreams, and slumbers sweet, To each and all--Good Night.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading These latter I invite to accompany me across the blue Atlantic to the pleasant town of Exeter, in the lovely county of Devon, in England.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Here might this tale be permitted to end, were it not that a doubt has arisen in my mind whether some particulars do not need explanation.
which person or people
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
WILLIAM
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From this reading WILLIAM E. HURLOUT.
witsnounUS /wɪts/
the basic human power of intelligent thought and perception
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Doubtless the nimble wits of the sagacious have fathomed to their satisfaction all that seemed mysterious; but there may be others who, either less imaginative or more indolent, would like an elaborate elucidation.
