Chapter XXXVII

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

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

(sentence connectors) because of the reason given

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

a public promotion of some product or service

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

a name that has been assumed temporarily

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

a quantity of money

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

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

From this reading JACK RILY AND THE LAWYER’S CLERK.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

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

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

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From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

a written order directing a bank to pay money

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)

From this reading JACK RILY AND THE LAWYER’S CLERK.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

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

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

formed or developed from something else; not original

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

-ing form of “dispose” — give, sell, or transfer to another

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

(of time) having passed or slipped by

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

a copy that is represented as the original

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

set up or found

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

intentional deception resulting in injury to another person

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

coins made of gold

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

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

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

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

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

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From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

past form of “inflict” — impose something unpleasant

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

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

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

a small worthless amount

From this reading JACK RILY AND THE LAWYER’S CLERK.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

plural of “journal” — a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

possessive form of “lawyer” — a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading JACK RILY AND THE LAWYER’S CLERK.

of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

in like or similar manner

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

something that is lost

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

reflect deeply on a subject

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

English nobleman who deposed Edward II and was executed by Edward III (1287-1330)

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

a form of address for a man

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

plural of “note” — a brief written record

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

many times at short intervals

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

deeply or seriously thoughtful

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

plural of “pound” — 16 ounces avoirdupois

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

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

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

-ing form of “proclaim” — declare formally; declare someone to be something; of titles

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

the act of punishing

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

-ing form of “respect” — regard highly; think much of

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading JACK RILY AND THE LAWYER’S CLERK.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

in a serious manner

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

unusual or striking

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

being ten more than fifty

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

the act of smoking tobacco or other substances

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

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

From this reading JACK RILY AND THE LAWYER’S CLERK.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

plural of “thief” — a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

a special situation

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

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

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

not perceived or discerned

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

(H2SO4) a highly corrosive acid made from sulfur dioxide; widely used in the chemical industry

From this reading He had seen by the newspapers that his late companion, Mrs. Mortimer, had died from the effects of the terrible punishment inflicted upon her by Vitriol Bob: but he had not observed any advertisement proclaiming the notes that had been derived from the forgery;--and the journals were likewise silent respecting the forgery itself.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The Doctor accordingly concluded that the fraud remained undetected, and that the legitimate cheque had not been presented; and as several days had now elapsed since the notes had found their way into his possession, he began seriously to meditate how he could convert them into gold.

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

From this reading It was about nine in the evening, and Mr. John Rily, _alias_ the Doctor, was seated in his chamber at the house in Roupel Street, smoking his pipe and pondering upon the best mode of disposing of the Bank-notes that were in his possession.

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

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading It may seem a singular thing to some that a man having in his possession sixty thousand pounds’ _worth_, was at a loss for the means to realise the amount: but such is often the predicament in which thieves are placed.