Chapter XI

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

how long something has existed

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

plural of “age” — how long something has existed

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

(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 Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the two together, not just one

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the person or thing chosen or selected

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

seemingly without interruption

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading What does that mean?

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

all things; all of a situation

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

having existence or being or actuality

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

a community of people smaller than a village

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

an iconic mental representation

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

in an inappropriate manner

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading What does that mean?

polished surface that forms images by reflecting light

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

used to form the superlative

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

not any; not one

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the act of playing a musical instrument

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

inflected form of “refer” — make reference to

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

past form of “remind” — put in the mind of someone

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

a principle that limits the extent of something

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

plural of “sex” — activities associated with sexual intercourse

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

in an aggressive manner

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the utterance of intelligible speech

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading Does it mean that everything existent in Nature is material suitable to be presented on the Stage?

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

in or at that place or location

From this reading Does it mean that there should be no restriction as to the choice of subjects, from “the age and body of the time,” to be illustrated in public, before a mixed audience of both sexes and of all ages and conditions?

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Opinion on this point is, I am aware, sharply divided.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

precisely as stated

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Shakespeare, we are continually reminded, speaking for himself (most inappropriately, by the way) in the character of _Hamlet_, and referring to “the purpose of playing,” says that its “end both at the first and now was, and is, to hold, as ’twere, the mirror up to _nature_; to show _virtue_, her own feature, _scorn_ her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.”

used to ask for information about something

From this reading What does that mean?