Chapter I

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

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

a theatrical performer

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

a feeling of delighted approval and liking

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

past form of “amass” — collect or gather

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

established as genuine

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

of short duration or distance

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

English explorer who with John Speke was the first European to explore Lake Tanganyika (1821-1890)

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

a widely known person

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

not invading healthy tissue

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

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From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

true confidential information

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

feelings of ardent love

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

standing above others in quality or position

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

qualified for by right according to law

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

highest in quality

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

having the identity known or established

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

such that comparison is impossible; unsuitable for comparison or lacking features that can be compared

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

a room where books are kept

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

plural of “limit” — the greatest possible degree of something

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

something that is lost

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

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 In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

possessive form of “master” — an artist of consummate skill

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

in an essential manner

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

not any; not one

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

plural of “notice” — an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

a notice of someone's death; usually includes a short biography

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

and nothing more

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

characterized by extreme care and great effort

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book

From this reading PREFACE.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

past form of “prompt” — give an incentive for action

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

unusual or striking

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

A specialist in a particular branch of study; a distinguished student.

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

a Shakespearean scholar

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

past form of “stamp” — walk heavily

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

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

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

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

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

of worldwide scope or applicability

From this reading During his life no man was better known, and his death called forth a universal expression of admiration for his genius and regret for his loss.

the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

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

From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

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

From this reading In the many obituary notices by the press some brief details of his career were given; but the narrative was necessarily confined to the narrow limits of a newspaper article.

belonging to which person

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.

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From this reading The present volume was prompted by the thought that no adequate account of the late William E. Burton had been given to the public.

in the company of; together with

From this reading An actor so eminent--one of the greatest in his line the stage has known,--whose name is identified with certain delineations of character that died with him; whose renown stamped his theatre with a celebrity distinct and remarkable; a Shakespearian scholar, whose devotion to the poet, attested by the incomparable library he amassed, was only equalled by his interpretation of the master's spirit, surely is entitled to a more painstaking and a more extended record.