Chapter XXXIV · Chapter 34

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

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

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From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

anew

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

surrounded by; in the company of

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

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

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

-ing form of “ape” — imitate uncritically and in every aspect

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

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

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

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

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

plural of “brain” — that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

your usual mood

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

plural of “greeting” — (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

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

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

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

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

advanced in complexity or elaboration

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

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

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

(used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

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

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

the body of people who lead a group

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

impose and collect

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

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

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

a form of address for a man

From this reading MR.

full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

the state of not existing

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

on one occasion

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

go across or through

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

the paved surface of a thoroughfare

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

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

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

more desirable than another

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

plural of “promise” — a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

express in words

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading And Benjamin Levy, strange to say, was happy, for the life suited him exactly.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

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

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

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

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

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

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

inflected form of “tread” — put down or press the foot, place the foot

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

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

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

precisely as stated

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

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

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

a flaw or weak point

From this reading He had brains and money enough to be regarded, in a certain measure, as one of their leaders, and to be looked up to as a power amongst them, and it was a weakness of his disposition that he preferred this to being a nonentity of a higher type.

past form of “welcome” — accept gladly

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

which person or people

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.

in the company of; together with

From this reading LEVY PROMISES TO DO HIS BEST Once more Mr. Benjamin Levy trod the pavement of Piccadilly and the Strand, and was welcomed back again amongst his set with acclamations and many noisy greetings.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading One more unit was added to the vast army of London youth who pass their time in the fascinating but ignominious occupation of aping the "man about town" in a very small way.