Chapter VII

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading [_Exeunt._[825] SCENE II.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

plural of “abuse” — cruel or inhumane treatment

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

third-person singular of “agree” — be in accord; be in agreement

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

punish with an arbitrary penalty

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

inclined toward or displaying love

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

(poetic, literary) quickly

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

have

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

plural of “beauty” — the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

plural of “brawl” — an uproarious party

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

lacking definite form or limits

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

third-person singular of “conclude” — decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

lacking or deprived of the sense of hearing wholly or in part

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

dearly loved

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

an old form of “does”

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

to come or go into

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

plural of “excuse” — a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading [_Exeunt._[825] SCENE II.

expel from a country

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

set up or found

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

ride at a galloping pace

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

for this reason

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading [_Exeunt._[825] SCENE II.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

immediately past

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

structures collectively in which people are housed

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

something that is lost

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

plural of “lover” — a person who loves someone or is loved by someone

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the second day of the week; the first working day

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

plural of “murder” — unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

not one, and not any

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

the action of attacking an enemy

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

be obliged to pay or repay

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

-ing form of “pardon” — accept an excuse for

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

(Greek mythology) son of Helios; killed when trying to drive his father's chariot and came too close to earth

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

(Greek mythology) Greek god of light; god of prophecy and poetry and music and healing; son of Zeus and Leto; twin brother of Artemis

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

(law) a statement in legal and logical form stating something on behalf of a party to a legal proceeding

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

plural of “prayer” — the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the acquisition of something for payment

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

turn away from sin or do penitence

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

plural of “rite” — an established ceremony prescribed by a religion

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

an ardent male lover

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

socially incorrect in behavior

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading [_Exeunt._[825] SCENE II.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

turn sharply; change direction abruptly

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

plural of “steed” — (literary) a spirited horse for state of war

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

an old word for “your”, speaking to one person

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

in the direction of

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

not seen or perceived

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

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

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

the act of using

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the driver of a wagon

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

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

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

at the time that

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

beat severely with a whip or rod

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

which person or people

From this reading _Prin._ Romeo slew him, he slew Mercutio; Who now the price of his dear blood doth owe?[819] _Mon._ Not Romeo, prince, he was Mercutio's friend;[820] 180 His fault concludes but what the law should end, The life of Tybalt.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

signal by winking

From this reading Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night, 5 That runaway's eyes may wink, and Romeo[830] Leap to these arms, untalk'd of and unseen.[831] Lovers can see to do their amorous rites[832] By their own beauties; or, if love be blind,[833] It best agrees with night.

in the company of; together with

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

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

From this reading _Capulet's orchard._[826] _Enter_ JULIET.[827] _Jul._ Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds, Towards Phoebus' lodging: such a waggoner[828] As Phaethon would whip you to the west,[829] And bring in cloudy night immediately.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading _Prin._ And for that offence Immediately we do exile him hence: I have an interest in your hate's proceeding,[821] My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding; 185 But I'll amerce you with so strong a fine, That you shall all repent the loss of mine: I will be deaf to pleading and excuses;[822] Nor tears nor prayers shall purchase out abuses:[823] Therefore use none: let Romeo hence in haste, 190 Else, when he's found, that hour is his last.[824] Bear hence this body, and attend our will: Mercy but murders, pardoning those that kill.