used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
in actual fact
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
anew
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
(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 The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
declared publicly; made widely known
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
anticipationsnounUS /ænˌtɪsəˈpeɪʃənz/
plural of “anticipation” — an expectation
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
an unofficial association of people or groups
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
city'snounUS /ˈsɪtiz/
possessive form of “city” — a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
cleavagenounUS /ˈkliːvədʒ/
the state of being split or cleft
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
commenceverbUS /kəˈmens/
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
characterized by great determination
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
distinctionsnounUS /dɪˈstɪŋkʃənz/
plural of “distinction” — a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
divisionnounUS /dɪˈvɪʒən/
an army unit large enough to sustain combat
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
divisible by two
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
exceededverbUS /ɪkˈsiːdəd/
past form of “exceed” — be greater in scope or size than some standard
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
exquisitelyadverbUS /ˌekˈskwɪzɪtli/
in a delicate manner
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
the organ of sight
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
foot-fascinating
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From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
in a gradual manner
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
half-a-dozen
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From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
hintedverbUS /ˈhɪntəd/
past form of “hint” — drop a hint; intimate by a hint
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
honouredverbUS /ˈɑːnərd/
past form of “honour” — bestow honor or rewards upon
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals)
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
influentialadjectiveUS /ˌɪnfluːˈenʃəl/
having or exercising influence or power
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
intervalnounUS /ˈɪntərvəl/
a definite length of time marked off by two instants
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
and nothing more
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
MidlandsnounUS /ˈmɪdlændz/
plural of “midland” — a town in west central Texas
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
used to form the superlative
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
neighbourhoodsnounUS /ˈneɪbərhʊdz/
plural of “neighbourhood” — a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
not any; not one
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
outstandingadjectiveUS /ˌaʊtˈstændɪŋ/
distinguished from others in excellence
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
Peacock's
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From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
prejudicenounUS /ˈpredʒədɪs/
a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
propositionnounUS /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
publiclyadverbUS /ˈpʌblɪkli/
in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; openly
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
reasonableadjectiveUS /ˈriːzənəbəl/
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
residentialadjectiveUS /ˌrezɪˈdenʃəl/
used or designed for residence or limited to residences
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
RoyaltynounUS /ˈrɔɪəlti/
payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
Ruritaniannoun
an imaginary inhabitant of Ruritania
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
sharply-definite
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
strainsnounUS /streɪnz/
plural of “strain” — (physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
successesnounUS /səkˈsesəz/
plural of “success” — an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Social distinctions mean very much more—there is the sharply-definite cleavage of class—determined very often by “County” prejudice—a line of division against which there is little or no chance of struggling with any degree of success.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The Mystery of the Peacock’s Eye The foot-fascinating strains of the Red Ruritanian Band died gently away—to commence again after a short interval just as exquisitely.
precisely as stated
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
Westhampton
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From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was actually honoured, so it was whispered, with the presence of Royalty—which interesting fact although not announced publicly or even hinted at in the Press—was nevertheless an open secret to at least half-a-dozen of the most influential people present.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Life in the Midlands is a very different proposition from life in London or in the residential neighbourhoods that are within that great city’s reasonable range.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading The Hunt Ball at Westhampton was the outstanding event of the season and this year it had exceeded all past successes and even present anticipations.
