used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
accommodateverbUS /əˈkɑːmədeɪt/
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
adequateadjectiveUS /ˈædəkwət/
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
(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 I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
artistsnounUS /ˈɑːrtɪsts/
plural of “artist” — a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
attractsverbUS /əˈtrækts/
third-person singular of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
Broadbeck
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
chargesnounUS /ˈtʃɑːrdʒəz/
plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
consistverbUS /kənˈsɪst/
originate
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
couplesnounUS /ˈkʌpəlz/
plural of “couple” — a pair who associate with one another
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
customersnounUS /ˈkʌstəmərz/
plural of “customer” — someone who pays for goods or services
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
DEJECTEDadjectiveUS /dɪˈdʒektɪd/
affected or marked by low spirits
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
depressedadjectiveUS /dɪˈprest/
lower than previously
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
excellencenounUS /ˈeksələns/
the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
plural of “find” — a productive insight
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
activities that are enjoyable or amusing
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
not fake or counterfeit
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
hamletnounUS /ˈhæmlət/
a community of people smaller than a village
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
HubbardnounUS /ˈhʌbərd/
a United States writer of science fiction and founder of Scientology (1911-1986)
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
unbiased impartial unconcern
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
have in mind as a purpose
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
and nothing more
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
used to form the superlative
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
not any; not one
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
obviouslyadverbUS /ˈɑːbviəsli/
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
patronsnounUS /ˈpeɪtrənz/
plural of “patron” — a regular customer
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
photographedverbUS /ˈfoʊtəɡræft/
past form of “photograph” — record on photographic film
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
productionsnounUS /prəˈdʌkʃənz/
plural of “production” — the act or process of producing something
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
remunerationnounUS /rɪˌmjuːnərˈeɪʃən/
something that remunerates
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
the state of being held in high esteem and honor
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Mother Hubbard, on the other hand, finds the explanation simple.
talentedadjectiveUS /ˈtæləntɪd/
endowed with talent or talents
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
travelledadjectiveUS /ˈtrævəld/
familiar with many parts of the world
From this reading My reputation must have travelled as far as Broadbeck, for the greater number of my patrons are from that town.
precisely as stated
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading GRACE BECOMES DEJECTED I had no time to feel depressed after Rose left on Saturday, for the afternoon brought me more customers than I could well accommodate.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
Windyridge
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I am the most talented of artists, with all the indifference of the genuine genius to adequate remuneration.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading They consist for the most part of engaged couples, or couples that obviously intend to become engaged; and whether it is the excellence of my productions, or the low charges, or just the fun of being photographed by a woman in a hamlet like Windyridge that attracts them, I have not been able to determine, and it does not very much matter.
