Chapter XX

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

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

the month following March and preceding May

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

cause to be bored

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

exercising caution or showing care or attention

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

an occurrence of something

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

made or joined or united into one

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

persuaded of; very sure

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

the act of discovering something

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

one or the other of two

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

spoken with emphasis

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

set up or found

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

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

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

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

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

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

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

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

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

not frequent; not occurring regularly or at short intervals

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

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From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

past form of “menace” — pose a threat to; present a danger to

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

plural of “murder” — unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

not any; not one

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

past form of “number” — add up in number or quantity

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

English chemist who isolated many gases and discovered oxygen (independently of Scheele) (1733-1804)

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

a male human offspring

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

confined on all sides

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

in or at that place or location

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The discovery of the knife in the pocket of Mr. Copperdock’s overcoat, combined with the fact that although Dr. Priestley and Mr. Ludgrove had each received a numbered counter, they had not so far been menaced by any particular danger, had convinced the police that the secret had died with Mr. Copperdock.

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

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

precisely as stated

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

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

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

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

From this reading The latter during his infrequent visits to the house in Westbourne Terrace, made no reference to the case.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading The Professor made no reference whatever to the case, either to Harold or to Hanslet.

in or at the place that

From this reading A very careful examination of the handle showed that it bore his finger-marks, and his son, although he could not account for its presence where he had found it, was emphatic that it could not have been placed there since the night of his death.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Mr. Ludgrove’s Invitation April gave place to May, and May to June, with no further development in the mystery which surrounded the Praed Street murders.