used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
alcoholnounUS /ˈælkəhɑːl/
a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
in addition
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
analysisnounUS /əˈnæləsəs/
an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
analyst'snounUS /ˈænəlɪsts/
possessive form of “analyst” — someone who is skilled at analyzing data
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
Beckett-Smythe
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From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
the two together, not just one
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
conclusivelyadverbUS /kənˈkluːsɪvli/
in a conclusive way
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
a state at a particular time
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
gotten under control
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
contaminatedadjectiveUS /kənˈtæməneɪtɪd/
corrupted by contact or association
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
corpuscles
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From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
DEPOSITIONnounUS /ˌdepəˈzɪʃən/
the natural process of laying down a deposit of something
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
DivestedverbUS /daɪˈvestɪd/
past form of “divest” — take away possessions from someone
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
documentnounUS /ˈdɑːkjəment/
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
Dr
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From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
DYINGadjectiveUS /ˈdaɪɪŋ/
in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
to the same degree (often followed by “as”)
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
set up or found
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
germsnounUS /dʒɜːrmz/
plural of “germ” — anything that provides inspiration for later work
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
impregnatedverbUS /ˌɪmˈpreɡneɪtəd/
past form of “impregnate” — fill, as with a certain quality
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
inflictedverbUS /ˌɪnˈflɪktɪd/
past form of “inflict” — impose something unpleasant
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
instrumentsnounUS /ˈɪnstrəmənts/
plural of “instrument” — a device that requires skill for proper use
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
MacGregor's
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From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
a form of address for a man
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
Nottonby
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From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
Pickering's
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From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
pitchforknounUS /ˈpɪtʃfɔːrk/
a long-handled hand tool with sharp widely spaced prongs for lifting and pitching hay
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
poisoningnounUS /ˈpɔɪzənɪŋ/
the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
the force of policemen and officers
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
proportionnounUS /prəˈpɔːrʃən/
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
established beyond doubt
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
putridadjectiveUS /ˈpjuːtrɪd/
of or relating to or attended by putrefaction
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
resultsnounUS /rɪˈzʌlts/
plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
rustyadjectiveUS /ˈrʌsti/
covered with or consisting of rust
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
stabverbUS /stæb/
use a knife on
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
superintendentnounUS /ˌsuːpərənˈtendənt/
a person who directs and manages an organization
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
technicalitiesnounUS /ˌteknɪˈkælətiz/
plural of “technicality” — the state of being technical as in the use of technical terms or methods
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The superintendent of police drove over from Nottonby to show him the county analyst's report.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Divested of technicalities, this document proved that George Pickering's dangerous condition arose from blood poisoning caused by a stab from a contaminated knife.
push forcefully
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
unanswerableadjectiveUS /ˌʌˈnænsərəbəl/
impossible to answer
From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
undueadjectiveUS /ənˈduː/
not yet payable
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
precisely as stated
From this reading A DYING DEPOSITION Before Mr. Beckett-Smythe sat down to dinner that evening a very unpleasant duty had been thrust on him.
vitaladjectiveUS /ˈvaɪtəl/
urgently needed; absolutely necessary
From this reading Moreover, Dr. MacGregor's statement on the one vital point was unanswerable.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)
From this reading It was admitted that a wound inflicted by a rusty pitchfork might have had equally serious results, but the analysis of matter obtained from both instruments proved conclusively that the knife alone was impregnated with the putrid germs found in the blood corpuscles, which also contained an undue proportion of alcohol.
