Chapter XII

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

plural of “annoyance” — the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

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From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

(plural) the lay members of a male religious order

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

the kinship relation between a male offspring and the siblings

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading CONCLUSION.

past form of “convene” — meet formally

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

turn away from by persuasion

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

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From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

past form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

divisible by two

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

the quality of being humane

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

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From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

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

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

a day of rest and worship: Sunday for most Christians; Saturday for the Jews and a few Christians; Friday for Muslims

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

the sacred writings of the Christian religions

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading Several of the members had endeavored to dissuade Mr. Prymm from his intention, but he remained firm.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

in or at that place or location

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

adherent of Unitarianism

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

void of intelligence or thought

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

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

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

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

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

at the time that

From this reading When next the Scripture Club convened there were visible some vacant places.

in or at the place that

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

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From this reading Broker Whilcher went back to his Unitarian brethren, but even among them he was noted as having lost his old interest in the brotherhood of man and the rights of humanity.

which person or people

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Mr. Alleman was not there, and Mr. Prymm had betaken himself to Dr. Humbletop's class, where he might study the Word of God without perplexing annoyances from those who could not, for even an hour in a week, and that hour on the Sabbath day, let the world out of their thoughts.