used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
(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 To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
in addition
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
cardboardnounUS /ˈkɑːrdbɔːrd/
a stiff moderately thick paper
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
cylindersnounUS /ˈsɪləndərz/
plural of “cylinder” — a solid bounded by a cylindrical surface and two parallel planes (the bases)
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
detailnounUS /dɪˈteɪl/
an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
one or the other of two
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
fittingadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
funnelnounUS /ˈfʌnəl/
a conical shape with a wider and a narrower opening at the two ends
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
of great significance or value
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
liquidadjectiveUS /ˈlɪkwəd/
existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
omitverbUS /oʊˈmɪt/
prevent from being included or considered or accepted
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
PASSE-PASSE
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
performedverbUS /pərˈfɔːrmd/
past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
performernounUS /pərˈfɔːrmər/
an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
presentationnounUS /ˌprezənˈteɪʃən/
the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward)
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
recentlyadverbUS /ˈriːsəntli/
in the recent past
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
revivedadjectiveUS /rɪˈvaɪvd/
restored to consciousness or life or vigor
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
not often
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
tablesnounUS /ˈteɪbəlz/
plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
in or at that place or location
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
tinnounUS /tɪn/
a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
a cunning or deceitful action or device
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading (As a matter of fact, it is a good plan to have two small tables on either side of the stage for the presentation of this trick.) Two cardboard cylinders, one fitting inside the other, are also required, together with a small tin funnel.
versionnounUS /ˈvɜːrʒən/
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
versionsnounUS /ˈvɜːrʒənz/
plural of “version” — an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
precisely as stated
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading To the best of my knowledge, however, all the modern versions of the passe-passe trick omit one important detail--some water or other liquid.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE PASSE-PASSE TRICK This is a very old trick, but one which is seldom performed in its original and proper form.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In the original version of the trick the performer comes forward with a bottle and a glass--if these things are not already on the table.
a late time of life
From this reading After being out of fashion for a number of years the trick has been recently revived, and there are now several versions of the trick.
