used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
abstractverbUS /æbˈstrækt/
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
acceptationnoun
acceptance as true or valid
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
agentsnounUS /ˈeɪdʒənts/
plural of “agent” — an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
(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 If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
Bachelor'snounUS /ˈbætʃələrz/
possessive form of “bachelor” — a man who has never been married
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
move up and down repeatedly
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
bookbindersnounUS /ˈbʊkbaɪndərz/
plural of “bookbinder” — a worker whose trade is binding books
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
BoroughnounUS /ˈbɜːroʊ/
one of the administrative divisions of a large city
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
by-street
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From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
clear-starchers
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From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
colonisedadjective
inhabited by colonists
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
denominationnounUS /dɪˌnɔːməˈneɪʃən/
a group of religious congregations having its own organization and a distinctive faith
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
DescribesverbUS /dɪˈskraɪbz/
third-person singular of “describe” — give a description of
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
desirableadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəbəl/
worth having or seeking or achieving
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
docksnounUS /dɑːks/
plural of “dock” — an enclosure in a court of law where the defendant sits during the trial
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
dulness
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From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
at any time
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
first-rateadjectiveUS /ˌfɜːrˈstreɪt/
of the highest quality
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
handfulnounUS /ˈhændfʊl/
a small number or amount
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
housekeepersnounUS /ˈhaʊskiːpərz/
plural of “housekeeper” — a servant who is employed to perform domestic task in a household
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
inducementnounUS /ˌɪnˈduːsmənt/
a positive motivational influence
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
InsolventnounUS /ˌɪnˈsɑːlvənt/
someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
jobbing
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From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
journeymen
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From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
Lant
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From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
LodgingsnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋz/
temporary living quarters
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
mantua-makers
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From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
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 There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
a feeling of thoughtful sadness
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used to form the superlative
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
a form of address for a man
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
NewsmannounUS /ˈnuːzmæn/
a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
a future prospect or potential
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
removeverbUS /riˈmuːv/
remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
reposeverbUS /riˈpoʊz/
put or confide something in a person or thing
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
residencenounUS /ˈrezɪdəns/
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
SawyernounUS /ˈsɔːjər/
one who is employed to saw wood
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
seasoningnounUS /ˈsiːzənɪŋ/
something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
shedsnounUS /ʃedz/
plural of “shed” — an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
soothingadjectiveUS /ˈsuːðɪŋ/
affording physical relief
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
sprinklingnounUS /ˈsprɪŋklɪŋ/
a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
strictadjectiveUS /strɪkt/
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
tailorsnounUS /ˈteɪlərz/
plural of “tailor” — a person whose occupation is making and altering garments
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
temptationnounUS /temˈteɪʃən/
something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
a word or expression used for some particular thing
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
in or at that place or location
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading There are always a good many houses to let in the street: it is a by-street too, and its dulness is soothing.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading _Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough_ There is a repose about Lant Street, in the Borough, which sheds a gentle melancholy upon the soul.
which person or people
From this reading In this happy retreat are colonised a few clear-starchers, a sprinkling of journeymen bookbinders, one or two prison agents for the Insolvent Court, several small housekeepers who are employed in the docks, a handful of mantua-makers, and a seasoning of jobbing tailors.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading If a man wished to abstract himself from the world--to remove himself from within the reach of temptation--to place himself beyond the possibility of any inducement to look out of the window--he should by all means go to Lant Street.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading A house in Lant Street would not come within the denomination of a first-rate residence, in the strict acceptation of the term; but it is a most desirable spot nevertheless.