used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
a cherished desire
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
AntipathynounUS /ænˈtɪpəθi/
a feeling of intense dislike
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
autobiographynounUS /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɑːɡrəfi/
a biography of yourself
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
an unofficial association of people or groups
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
BoyhoodnounUS /ˈbɔɪhʊd/
the childhood of a boy
From this reading _Chapter I._--Boyhood.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading _Chapter I._--Boyhood.
chaptersnounUS /ˈtʃæptərz/
plural of “chapter” — a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
a person who is in charge
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
conceptionnounUS /kənˈsepʃən/
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
DevouringadjectiveUS /dɪˈvaʊərɪŋ/
(often followed by “for”) ardently or excessively desirous
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
distinctadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɪŋkt/
(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
divisionsnounUS /dɪˈvɪʒənz/
plural of “division” — an army unit large enough to sustain combat
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
dramaticadjectiveUS /drəˈmætɪk/
suitable to or characteristic of drama
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
DumasnounUS /ˈduːməz/
French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870)
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
at any time
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
a competitor thought likely to win
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
fondlyadverbUS /ˈfɑːndli/
with fondness; with love
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
forecastverbUS /ˈfɔːrkæst/
predict in advance
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
fulness
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From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
Harkaway
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From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
imaginativeadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈmædʒənətɪv/
(used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
inspiredadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈspaɪərd/
being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
a small worthless amount
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
justifyverbUS /ˈdʒʌstəfaɪ/
show to be right by providing justification or proof
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
creative writing of recognized artistic value
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
Organisedadjective
being a member of or formed into a labor union
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
an amount of time
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
periodsnounUS /ˈpɪriədz/
plural of “period” — an amount of time
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
piratenounUS /ˈpaɪrət/
someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
probableadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːbəbəl/
likely but not certain to be or become true or real
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
recognitionnounUS /ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/
the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
SEASICKadjectiveUS /ˈsiːsɪk/
experiencing motion sickness
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
SENTIMENTALISTnoun
someone who indulges in excessive sentimentality
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading For, so far, my life has consisted of distinct periods, each inspired by a dramatic conception of myself.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
make an effort or attempt
From this reading Let me then try to forecast its probable divisions.
ViolentlyadverbUS /ˈvaɪələntli/
in a violent manner
From this reading Violently imaginative period.--Devouring ambition to become pirate chief.--Organised the “Band of Blood.”--Antipathy to study.--Favourite literature: Jack Harkaway.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
produce a literary work
From this reading A SEASICK SENTIMENTALIST If ever I should come to write my autobiography (as I fondly hope in the fulness of time my recognition as the American Dumas will justify me in doing) it will fall easily into chapters.
