Chapter X

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

(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 His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

plural of “apartment” — a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

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From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

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From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a youthful male person

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

full of energetic and noisy activity

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading There were no children, no servants, no fowls.

according with custom or propriety

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

-ing form of “contemplate” — look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

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From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

someone who is no longer alive

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

serving to describe or inform or characterized by description

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a college or university building containing living quarters for students

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a woman executor

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

plural of “exhibit” — an object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

intense or sharp

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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From this reading There were no children, no servants, no fowls.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

of great significance or value

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

plural of “inmate” — one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital)

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a landlord who is a woman

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

small in range or scope

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a tenant in someone's house

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

social deportment

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

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

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a form of address for a man

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

clean or organized

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

not any; not one

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

and nothing more

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

uniquely or characteristically

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

plural of “phase” — any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

densely populated

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

a customary way of operation or behavior

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

the act or process of producing something

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

an organism or species surviving as a remnant of an otherwise extinct flora or fauna in an environment much changed from that in which it originated

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

an ordered reference standard

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading There were no children, no servants, no fowls.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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

From this reading The only other inmates of the house were a large man and a small boy; the first a lodger, the second a production of Mrs. Bardell's.

the underside of footwear or a golf club

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

having a supporting base

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

natural abilities or qualities

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were no children, no servants, no fowls.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

a public road from one place to another

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

precisely as stated

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

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

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

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

From this reading _Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History_ Mr. Pickwick's apartments in Goswell Street, although on a limited scale, were not only of a very neat and comfortable description, but peculiarly adapted for the residence of a man of his genius and observation.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading His sitting-room was the first floor front, his bed-room the second floor front; and thus, whether he were sitting at his desk in his parlour, or standing before the dressing-glass in his dormitory, he had an equal opportunity of contemplating human nature in all the numerous phases it exhibits, in that not more populous than popular thoroughfare.

in the company of; together with

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading His landlady Mrs. Bardell--the relict and sole executrix of a deceased custom-house officer--was a comely woman of bustling manners and agreeable appearance, with a natural genius for cooking, improved by study and long practice, into an exquisite talent.