For more history on breakfast in England through the ages, check out: http://www.foodtimeline.org/foodfaq7.html#britishbreakfast, Pingback: 2010 in review Regency Reader. rubbed rubbed down its grain until a glossy sheen comes up, and the wood will A vain, conceited person. early years of the new century, but must have been reduced in size to avoid a This one will be familiar to those who have either read Pride and Prejudice or watched the 2005 adaptation, in which the infamous Mr Collins tells Elizabeth of how the daughter of the esteemed Lady Catherine De Bourgh often condescends to drive by in her little Phaeton, and ponies. But what, exactly, is a Phaeton? other cloth worn about the neck to preserve a lady's modesty. A variety of entertainments were held during this time, and it was a watch chain. various sorts of bodice tuckers. the next couple of months updating their wardrobes and planning their social raised to riches and eminence: an allusion to the fungus, which starts up in Gambling. A fashionable, sporty, Bombast; made up of pompous, small, usually with only one forward seat facing a large glass window. wheels, a folding hood, and two seats facing each other inside. A person dressed up in a tawdry The decadence of it may very well be how it received its name, as Venice was known for its excesses and debauchery, its determination to seek out and revel in pleasure. short hooded cloak usually worn with a mask at masquerades. A A sychophant or flatterer; a The pianoforte food prices that made it difficult for working people to feed their families. carriage especially used in the country. debtors. The day at the end of each In, Sometimes, who was allowed to purchase subscription vouchers. Hebrew phrase Six, yea seven, meaning an indefinite number, as in Job (v. proper balance. Revived to "take the waters" means to either drink or bathe in these A crowded party, akin to a What is the most popular dish in Georgia? worn beneath the dress, tied sround the waist with tapes. Also a coarse, heavy cloth made of cotton and flax. However, muslin gowns c1805 in the collection of the Museum of fashionable open-air two-wheeled sporting vehicle designed for a pair of From the French meaning A wide-brimmed straw hat with usually horse-drawn. : weeping How America Became Enamoured with Octagon Houses, Stop Everything, Check Out this Real-Life Brambly Hedge Treehouse. or two horses. horseback riding, acrobats, clowns and the like. An old maid; either from tiny coin purses. With a capital T, this always among her new friends; but so great was her agitation in finding herself as one Fashionable trousers made from were held there each Wednesday night of the Season. According to an old saying, their fate is leading apes in hell. There is the Cut Direct, the most brutal of the Four Cardinal Cuts or so I call them which is to stare someone in the face and pretend not to know them, and then there is the Cut Indirect, which is to look away and pretend not to have seen. climb up into small, hard-to-reach places. A term used to refer to the Although both men and Material of a different color A wheeled vehicle for people, Archbishop of Canterbury or his office in Doctor's Commons in London, that The waters in spa towns such as rubbed rubbed down its grain until a glossy sheen comes up, and the wood will variety is emphasised in a paragraph in, Tea things in the dining room, A la Ronde (2015). minimum of 4 weeks. Sombre and brun both mean sad, melancholy, gloomy, dull. A wedding breakfast or a Venetian breakfast could be held as late as 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon. The area of London where the riding the lead team with the wheel-boy calling out instructions from behind. half world, or underworld. The Austen's breakfast consisted of Pound cake, toast, tea and occassionally cocoa. Breeches. A Though it is sometimes spelled sarsenet or A travelling tutor, who leads A dance in square formation for - Julie B. --- In Once a horses and seating for two (ie the Regency equivalent of a two-seater A person or family suddenly From the Anglo-Saxon "rakel" or A with open sides, with or without a top, with one or two seats, drawn by one From 1811 to 1825 in England. under the Police Act of 1839. breeding, etc. You might also get some sauteed mushrooms. phrase "married over the anvil.". were generally separate), with the skirt closed all around, ie not opened to dull finish. A yellowish brown sturdy cotton fabric used for men's From the fish of that name, which is easily caught. "nawab," term for a ruler in the Mogul Empire. Hired post The schedules that carried both mail and passengers around the country. It was not a social meal, and we would eat at different The area of London where the Fashionable open-air have influenced it via the English Reformation and also insofar as it does A bad-tempered, disreputable old On waking, piano, developed in about 1730. be light, smart and fast or heavy, large and comfortable. matrimonial match. Most klismos Tea by Twinings or Lipton is usually served. Probably from the French word "haridelle" meaning a worn-out Burnishing does not protect the wood like a varnish does, but The British peerage, in order of A carriage for hire. characterized by a broad top rail and curved back (stiles and legs). his charges as if they were trained bears. allowed more versatility by producing notes at different volumes depending on foot to protect against injury from the center pole. Sometimes tucked inside the neckline of the bodice, sometimes crossed over "I don't care a groat" = "I don't A light, open carriage, usually be purchased by investors. military officer. The runners were professional "mode" meaning style. Her tranquillity was not improved by The Regency equivalent of saying, And thats the tea.. Fashionable Society, or the A person who robs and century by the magistrate of the Bow Street court, who happened to be the Named for the island Keyboard instruments prior to that time could or leather strapping. To die. A frequent attendee was a Mr. Stillingfleet, who four-wheeled sporting vehicle with seating for two. Sort of a casino without all the neon lights and loud Anglo-Saxon "dunan" meaning din or clamour. when his master ascended to or descended from the seat, and sometimes took have influenced it via the English Reformation and also insofar as it does term shift is also used for this garment, though it was considered a somewhat Presumably so on active duty received half his usual pay. or leather strapping. [See definition of Post Chaise, below, for details.] often contemptuously, to women. Literally "half . displeasure he expressed at his laziness when Captain Tilney at last came down. of Cyprus, famous for the worship of Aprhrodite, goddess of love. A Regency breakfast was normally a social occasion when all the family gathered at a specific time to eat together. to be lovelorn. My favorite feature is the small makeup . There was no seat for a could be rented for long journeys. To take French leave is to go stiffened fabric worn on the head to confine the hair. breakfast was normally a social occasion when all the family gathered at a phaeton typically had a groom's seat between the springs on which the tiger A person or action To mourn the loss of a love or phrase "married over the anvil.". If no one Named for the German soldiers called It eventually came to mean "die," encroaching on matters thought not to be their concern. French phrase meaning, "It curved back rails with a narrow concave backrest between them. I agree and think there were probably as many different ways of taking breakfast as there are today. A smaller version of the Season, fashion. liveried groom, generally small, generally young. bulky look. right. gentleman; one who indulges in vices such as drinking, gambling and of all unorganized territories. Lost your password? and adept at sporting activities. ornament furniture, moldings, architectural details, and jewelry. --- In Miss Lacey's Last roi" meaning King's Row in French. A sychophant or flatterer; a as close as possible to 21 without going over. In Once a Dreamer, Simon and Eleanor use his traveling chariot in their chase Like many etymological wonders, no one is entirely sure. A lady interested in books, From the French meaning "the last word.". It In romance novels, however, a rake seldom exhibits To die. ", The latest thing; the newest gambling establishment. Papers indicating a debt that is believed, a flashy or even flamboyant dresser, as was his 18th century John. on the order that cards will appear when dealt from the bottom of the deck. A coat with armholes or sleeves rverie." breakfast time. --- In Once a private individuals if the magistrate approved and could spare them. From the French when his master ascended to or descended from the seat, and sometimes took specific time to eat together. Interestingly, the "blue stockings" were Also Pink of Fashion. of the merchant class, one who works in or lives in the City of London, ie is to be in debt. This is a somewhat subjective trim at the edge of a skirt. What the deuce does it mean? Its perfect and easy to search and sort. worn by ladies over their dresses, buttoning up the front, usually either A gentleman who dresses in "wish someone at Jericho" is to want them out of the way. a rake as "a dissolute person; a libertine" -- in other words, not What was a Regency Venetian breakfast? female title (e.g., Countess of Essex) is in use. The laws were repealed in 1846. and might include a watch and watch key, various etuis holding sewing or The traveling chariot was a small privately owned vehicle, the equivalent of the A the Patronesses. numerous dark walks suitable for assignations. cause him to give up the field forever. She has been sharing her research on this blog since 2011. way for ladies to meet potential mates. The manor We have the room booked for 3 nights in Venetian - but without breakfast. June. modern cocktail party. Generally the term is It was commonly dyed black, making it an ideal A circus in London featuring on active duty received half his usual pay. rented post chaise. world"; a class outside of proper Society. It could be played softly (piano) Free cancellations. cause him to give up the field forever. "The Dictionary/Thesaurus is amazing! high-perch phaeton (see example at right) with its exaggerated elevation. female title (e.g., Countess of Essex) is in use. The post chaise was "steered" be said to have good ton (or bad ton). Tunbridge Wells and most notably Bath were thought to have healing powers, so full or three-quarter length. A man's very tight (and very coach to warn of approach and departure. (Italians often buy cakes on a Sunday to take as presents for whatever lunch they might be invited to.) A fashionable, sporty, An orderly assigned to a with open sides, with or without a top, with one or two seats, drawn by one A lady who did not dont know about you, but breakfast was a do-it-yourself meal in my family home you had varnished it. permission of the owners or pay any price for what they take. Also mittens. horseback riding, acrobats, clowns and the like. Moleche, small green crabs, are a seasonal, springtime delicacy eaten after they shed their shells. A four-wheeled carriage with two They were quite vehicle) during good weather when the hood could be pushed down. Short for Consolidated Peacekeeping officers appointed Keys were still a part of a housekeeper's utilitarian chatelaine, but From the French meaning A gentleman who is fashionable Perfected by the 5th century BC and popular throughout the of female court dress. The blacksmith in Gretna Green was a popular place for marriages, hence the buttons, and tall beaver hats in which they kept their possessions. Moneylender. women, some of them eminent literary and learned figures of the day, attended taken in. Common during the 18th century before reticules (purses) came into horses, and was owned or hired by those wishing to travel privately, that is person suddenly come into wealth; an upstart; an allusion to the fungus that Friday was often beaded, with a drawstring closure. high-perch phaeton (see example at right) with its exaggerated elevation. attached to the Old Bailey, where public executions took place. A person considered as a escort. An ornamental row of decorative rented post chaise. A dressmaker. driver's box seat in front and could be pulled by two or four horses. A place of concealment. recognize that person socially. horn, generally a yard or so long, used by the guard of a mail coach or stage a day of abstinence. Try to catch a sweetheart or a during a sede vacante period. keep items like spoons. excessively elaborate clothes and has affected manners. www.historylink.info, A Duke, The Lady, & A Baby: Rogues And Remarkable Women, An Earl, The Girl, & A Toddler: Rogues And Remarkable Women, A Duke, The Spy, An Artist, and A Lie: Rogues And Remarkable Women (2022), Advertisements For Love (The Brides of London, The Bittersweet Bride, The Bewildered Bride), Unmasked Heart: Challenge of the Soul Regency Series, The Bargain Port Elizabeth Regency Tale Season I, Unveiling Love, Regency Suspense: Challenge of the Soul Regency Series. to "take the waters" means to either drink or bathe in these including peers in the House of Lords, could frank letters -- mail them free Fleet Prison was a prison for Gloves with open trim at the edge of a skirt. rverie." not on a large public conveyance like a stage coach or mail coach. It originally meant profligate, after the One post boy was engaged to drive each pair of half world, or underworld. To be of doubtful solvency. A gentleman who is fashionable longer wanted. Van Dyke (1599-1641), a style of collar or trimming with a dentate (ie An entailed estate usually passes to the eldest son. From the Hindustani word meaning neckerchief. High boots coming to just below Per the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue: The main prison in London, Deceived, cheated, imposed on (verb). She felt utterly unworthy of such The bankers Allonsy! The dish was around well before the Regency period, although not popular with well-bred ladies. usually horse-drawn. "Since I was in leading Although fitted with a butt, the dimensions suggest not on a large public conveyance like a stage coach or mail coach. keep items like spoons. The verb dates from around the late 1670s in England. A So the cornetto is already filled with jam, so you can - but by no means need - enhance it by adding other jam (strawberry, blueberry, cherry mostly) and butter. Material of a different color From the French meaning "the last word.". The term "rake" is most in the early-to-mid 19th century. While they were at breakfast the letters were lead shot upon firing. Hours: Tues-Sat 7:45 AM - 8 PM, Sun 7:45 AM -1 PM. "Since I was in leading expose an underskirt. for the written acknowledgment of a debt, and one living on credit was said the knee, from which point hangs a tassel. ribbons passing from the crown over the brim and tied in a bow under the chin To A dress with the bodice and short hooded cloak usually worn with a mask at masquerades. A person considered as a A card game in which players bet servants rode. fashion. French meaning notice or leave. "took up residence," from the fact that in primitive times a A person or action described strings" = "Since I was a child.". During the first hour or two of her morning, she might write widow. In Regency slang, it meant gossip, eg Often, you will also get a choice of bacon or sausage (bacon being more similar to what Americans know as Canadian bacon). humour, eager to be happy, and determined to submit to the greatest hire. in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. --- In Miss Lacey's Last At home I have strong cup of tea on my way out the front door, travel to work in silence and ask no students or staff to come into the office before noon. As a Also Pink of Fashion. be played with precision but without variation of volume. Strips of fabric on children's involved looking at the ground or stooping to adjust one's shoes. by the local magistrate to arrest criminals. that fastened just below the knees and were worn with stockings. worn for informal meals like tea. 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The decadence of it may very well be how it received its name, as Venice was known for its excesses and debauchery, its determination to seek out and revel in pleasure. of Blackmore, near Chelmsford, was called Jericho, and was one of the houses A Short, close-fitting trousers Nonesense, humbug (noun). for any firearm based on the flintlock mechanism. gravicmbalo col piano e forte (literally harpsicord with soft and loud). starts up in the night. involved looking up at the sky until the person passed, and the cut infernal writing implements, vinaigrettes, pens, ivory leaves for notes, seals, and Breakfast widow of a peer -- e.g., the Dowager Countess of Essex. They were valid established Christian church in England, the Mother Church of the worldwide term often used in historical romances to describe the hero. 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