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From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
aspiringadjectiveUS /əˈspaɪrɪŋ/
desiring or striving for recognition or advancement
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
plural of “beast” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
CapitolnounUS /ˈkæpɪtəl/
a building occupied by a state legislature
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
Casca
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From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
Cassiusnoun
prime mover in the conspiracy against Julius Caesar (died in 42 BC)
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
claimingverbUS /ˈkleɪmɪŋ/
-ing form of “claim” — assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
Cæsar
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From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
Cæsar's
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From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
Dr
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From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
indicationsnounUS /ˌɪndəˈkeɪʃənz/
plural of “indication” — something that serves to indicate or suggest
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
lionsnounUS /ˈlaɪənz/
plural of “lion” — large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
ll
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From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
the force of workers available
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
a brief written record
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
participate in games or sport
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
capable of happening or existing
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
readsnounUS /riːdz/
plural of “read” — something that is read
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
referencenounUS /ˈrefərəns/
a remark that calls attention to something or someone
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
represented accurately or precisely
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
roarsnounUS /rɔːrz/
plural of “roar” — a deep prolonged loud noise
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
ShakespearenounUS /ˈʃeɪkspiːr/
English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
Shakespeare'snounUS /ˈʃeɪkspiːrz/
possessive form of “shakespeare” — English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616)
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
suggestsverbUS /səˈdʒests/
third-person singular of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading But the meaning probably is that Cæsar roars in the Capitol, like a lion.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading It is possible, too, that we have here a reference to the lion described by Casca in ll.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading [Note 75: This reads as if a lion were kept in the Capitol.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Perhaps Cassius has the idea of Cæsar's claiming or aspiring to be among men what the lion is among beasts.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
WrightnounUS /raɪt/
United States writer of detective novels (1888-1939)
From this reading Dr. Wright suggests that Shakespeare had in mind the lions kept in the Tower of London, "which there is reason to believe from indications in the play represented the Capitol to Shakespeare's mind."
