Chapter XXVIII · Chapter 28

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

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

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

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

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

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading "It will have blood; they say, blood Will have blood!"

plural of “charity” — a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

cause to be distrusted or disbelieved

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

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From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

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

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

a person who holds a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant junior grade

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

a plant disease caused by the ergot fungus

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

set up or found

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

death of a person

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

plural of “greeting” — (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "It will have blood; they say, blood Will have blood!"

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

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

plural of “individual” — a human being

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

communication between individuals

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "It will have blood; they say, blood Will have blood!"

apprehended with certainty

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

king of Scotland (died in 1057)

From this reading Macbeth.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

not any; not one

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

being on the outside or further from a center

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

cool and formal in manner

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

(Old Testment) a son of Jacob and forefather of one of the tribes of Israel

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

past form of “salute” — propose a toast to

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

express in words

From this reading "It will have blood; they say, blood Will have blood!"

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

characterized by dignity and propriety

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

not in physical motion

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

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

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "It will have blood; they say, blood Will have blood!"

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

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

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

in or at the place that

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "It will have blood; they say, blood Will have blood!"

in the company of; together with

From this reading He was saluted with those staid and composed greetings which are still much used in the intercourse of the people of the Eastern States of this Republic, and which have obtained for them a reputation, where they are little known, of a want of the more active charities of our nature.

United States writer who has written extensively on American culture (born in 1931)

From this reading The visiters were Dr. Ergot, the Reverend Meek Wolfe, Ensign Dudley, and Reuben Ring.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Content found these four individuals seated in an outer room, in a grave and restrained manner, that would have done no discredit to the self-command of an Indian council.