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This page shows all information we have for a single word. Each word can have multiple definitions, and all definitions are shown in order.

Each definition includes the following information (if available):

• Definition text
• Description & usage: A passage of text explaining uses of the word, quotations and other pertinent information
• Related: Words that are related to the current word
• Places: Locations associated with the definition; generally, the place where the source document was written
• Sources: The references for the books or archival documents where the word was found. These are shortened but you can hover over the source text for further information, or click to see other words found in that source.
• Dates: When the word was used; generally, the date of the source document

Network graph

The network diagram shows how the current word is related to other content. For example, all of the word's related words, sources and places are shown connected to the word (large circle in the centre). This enables you to find related words and records based on how they're used together. Click any of the circles to view more information on that topic.