Chapter XV · Chapter 15

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

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

speak to

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

later than; following

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

to come to rest, settle

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

(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 "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

weapons considered collectively

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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From this reading CHIC AUJOURD'HUI.

a line of approach

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

the state of being banished or ostracized (excluded from society by general consent)

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

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From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

superlative of “bright” — emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

elegant and stylish

From this reading CHIC AUJOURD'HUI.

superlative of “choice” — of superior grade

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “cigarette” — finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

have as a logical consequence

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

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From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

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

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

being or in accordance with current social fashions

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

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From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “grape” — any of various juicy fruit of the genus Vitis with green or purple skins; grow in clusters

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

past form of “knock” — deliver a sharp blow or push

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a polite name for any woman

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “liver” — large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

Roman general famous for self-indulgence and giving lavish banquets (circa 110-57 BC)

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used to form the superlative

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

impressive in appearance

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “note” — a brief written record

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the upper surface of the mouth that separates the oral and nasal cavities

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a person of refined upbringing and manners

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

the act of punishing

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

precisely, exactly

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

and nothing more

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a short musical composition with words

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading "It is a private residence _et regardez_, by the gas-light in the entrance one can see the arms of a noble house cut in the stone."

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading "Can this be the right address," said Lady Esmondet.

touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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

From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

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From this reading Captain Trevalyon assisted his friends to alight in front of a handsome house in a fashionable avenue.

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From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

possessive form of “turtle” — a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

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From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “vineyard” — a farm of grapevines where wine grapes are produced

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

plural of “wine” — fermented juice (of grapes especially)

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."

an affirmative

From this reading "Yes," answered Trevalyon, "we are all right; a patrician mansion knocked down by the hammer, now simply _numero troisieme_, Avenue de l'Imperatrice, and if Bertram is as comfortable inside as he is fashionable outside then we may expect turtle's livers _a la Francaise_, the choicest of wines in this hot-bed of grapes, this land of vineyards, dishes that would tickle the palate of a Lucullus, the cosiest of after dinner chairs, French coffee, which means a good deal, the brightest of fires, and faces, sweet notes of song," with a glance at Vaura, "and the most delicate of cigarettes, so delicate as not to entail the punishment of banishment from two ladies fair."