1762
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From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
1766
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From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
1773
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From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
(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 Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
bellenounUS /bel/
a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
BenjaminnounUS /ˈbendʒəmən/
gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
Betsey
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From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
candle-lighting
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From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
capitalsnounUS /ˈkæpətəlz/
plural of “capital” — assets available for use in the production of further assets
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
the person or thing chosen or selected
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
the body of faculty and students of a college
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
ColonialadjectiveUS /kəˈloʊniəl/
of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
colonistsnounUS /ˈkɑːlənɪsts/
plural of “colonist” — a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
EditornounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
enjoyingverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
EuropeannounUS /ˌjʊrəˈpiːən/
a native or inhabitant of Europe
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
ever-swaying
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From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
FranklinnounUS /ˈfræŋklɪn/
United States historian noted for studies of Black American history (born in 1915)
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955)
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
glamournounUS /ˈɡlæmər/
alluring beauty or charm (often with sex-appeal)
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
GlimpsesnounUS /ˈɡlɪmpsɪz/
plural of “glimpse” — a quick look
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
hauntsnounUS /hɔːnts/
plural of “haunt” — a frequently visited place
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
HistoricadjectiveUS /hɪˈstɔːrɪk/
belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
JerseynounUS /ˈdʒɜːrzi/
a Mid-Atlantic state on the Atlantic; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
JonathannounUS /ˈdʒɑːnəθən/
red late-ripening apple; primarily eaten raw
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
apprehended with certainty
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
mankindnounUS /ˈmænˈkaɪnd/
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Benjamin Franklin meant many things to many people.
inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading Benjamin Franklin meant many things to many people.
MeccanounUS /ˈmekə/
joint capital (with Riyadh) of Saudi Arabia; located in western Saudi Arabia; as the birthplace of Muhammad it is the holiest city of Islam
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
the force of workers available
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
modestadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəst/
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
MorrisnounUS /ˈmɔːrəs/
United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
musicaladjectiveUS /ˈmjuːzɪkəl/
characterized by or capable of producing music
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
observernounUS /əbˈzɜːrvər/
a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
painternounUS /ˈpeɪntər/
an artist who paints
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
the local environment
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
pebblyadjective
abounding in small stones
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading Benjamin Franklin meant many things to many people.
PhiladelphianounUS /ˌfɪləˈdelfiə/
the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; site of the University of Pennsylvania
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
philosopher's
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From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
PrincetonnounUS /ˈprɪnstən/
a university town in central New Jersey
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
QuakernounUS /ˈkweɪkər/
a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers)
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
a relationship between two lovers
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
scholarsnounUS /ˈskɑːlərz/
plural of “scholar” — a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
Shewell
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From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading The modest Franklin house in the heart of the city was at that time a Mecca for the choice spirits of the colonists.
StatesmennounUS /ˈsteɪtsmɪn/
plural of “statesman” — a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Benjamin Franklin meant many things to many people.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
trodverbUS /trɑːd/
inflected form of “tread” — put down or press the foot, place the foot
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money
From this reading Statesmen, scholars, and men of wealth trod the pebbly street to the philosopher's through all hours of the day until long after candle-lighting time.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Through the Gates of Old Romance Through the Gates of Old Romance Author of "Historic Houses of New Jersey" Editor of "Glimpses of Colonial Society and the Life at Princeton College, 1766-1773" It was at a musical party given by the great Franklin a few months after he returned from London to Philadelphia, in 1762, that Betsey Shewell first met Benjamin West and entered with him through the ever-swaying gates of Romance.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading At the time she was known as a belle of the Quaker City, and he is best described by that keen observer of mankind, Doctor Jonathan Morris, as "a young painter of fine parts enjoying his native haunts after the glamour of European capitals."
