1919
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From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
1920
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From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
20
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From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
4
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From this reading _Cloth._ =4/6= _net_.
6
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From this reading _Cloth._ =4/6= _net_.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
admirersnounUS /ədˈmaɪrərz/
plural of “admirer” — a person who backs a politician or a team etc.
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
Extreme physical or mental suffering; intense anguish.
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
aliveadjectiveUS /əˈlaɪv/
possessing life
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
the verbal act of requesting
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
BARRENadjectiveUS /ˈbærən/
providing no shelter or sustenance
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
BONNYadjectiveUS /ˈbɑːni/
very pleasing to the eye
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
BOOKMANnounUS /ˈbʊkmən/
a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
BritainnounUS /ˈbrɪtən/
a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; “Great Britain” is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
showing who or what does the action
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
From this reading _Cloth._ =4/6= _net_.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
columnsnounUS /ˈkɑːləmz/
plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
DEDICATEDadjectiveUS /ˈdedəkeɪtəd/
devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
fascinatingadjectiveUS /ˈfæsəneɪtɪŋ/
capable of arousing and holding the attention
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
FebruarynounUS /ˈfebjəweri/
the month following January and preceding March
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
hardshipnounUS /ˈhɑːrdʃɪp/
a state of misfortune or affliction
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
instalments
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From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
INTOprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
INTRODUCTIONnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
issueverbUS /ˈɪʃuː/
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
issuedverbUS /ˈɪʃuːd/
past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
JanuarynounUS /ˈdʒænjuːeri/
the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
literallyadverbUS /ˈlɪtərəli/
in a literal sense
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
MACEDONIAnounUS /ˌmæsəˈdoʊniə/
landlocked republic on the Balkan Peninsula; achieved independence from Yugoslavia in 1991
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
engage in
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
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 _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
meritnounUS /ˈmerət/
any admirable quality or attribute
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a form of address for a man
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
netnounUS /net/
a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
From this reading _Cloth._ =4/6= _net_.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
OrientverbUS /ˈɔːrient/
be oriented
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
capable of happening or existing
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
one of four equal parts
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
requestsnounUS /rɪˈkwests/
plural of “request” — a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
ROCKE
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
Salonicanoun
a port city in northeastern Greece on an inlet of the Aegean Sea; second largest city of Greece
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
Service'snounUS /ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz/
possessive form of “service” — work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a short musical composition with words
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
in the near future
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
depleted of energy, force, or strength
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
stressnounUS /stres/
the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
one of three equal parts of a divisible whole
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
TIADATHA
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
TIREDadjectiveUS /ˈtaɪərd/
depleted of strength or energy
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
moved around an axis or center
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
UNDERprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
UPONprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
versesnounUS /ˈvɜːrsəz/
plural of “verse” — literature in metrical form
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
WeeklynounUS /ˈwiːkli/
a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)
From this reading INTRODUCTION THE SONG OF TIADATHA first made its appearance in the columns of _The Orient Weekly_, and by the time two or three instalments had appeared requests came from every quarter asking that the fascinating story of “Tired Arthur” should be completed as soon as possible, and issued in book form for the further delight of its many admirers.
which person or people
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
WILTSHIRE
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _First impression published in Salonica,_ _January 20, 1919_ _Second impression published in Salonica,_ _February 4, 1919_ _First issue in Great Britain_ _1920_ _Second Impression_ _1920_ _Third Impression_ _1920_ COLONEL “BONNY” ROCKE, C.M.G. WHO HAS TURNED MORE THAN ONE TIRED ARTHUR INTO A SOLDIER THIS SLIGHT RECORD OF ADVENTURE IS DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF MANY DAYS (PLEASANT AND UNPLEASANT) SPENT UNDER HIS COMMAND IN WILTSHIRE AND IN FRANCE, AND UPON THE BARREN HILLS OF MACEDONIA
in the company of; together with
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
set down in writing in any of various ways
From this reading He has never written better than in this book, and that is saying a great deal.”—BOOKMAN.
zonenounUS /zoʊn/
a locally circumscribed place characterized by some distinctive features
From this reading “It is the great merit of Mr. Service’s verses that they are literally alive with the stress and joy and agony and hardship that make up life out in the battle zone.
