To The Memory of Mr. Oldham

To The Memory of Mr. Oldham Glossary

ally'd

alike

mould

container used to shape materials

lyre

harp-like string instrument

knave

roguish or dishonest man

abhorr'd

hated

numbers

metrical patterns; rhythm

satire

exaggerated parody used to mock or expose

cadence

vocal inflection

encompass

surround; encircle