used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
AccusationnounUS /ˌækjəˈzeɪʃən/
a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt
From this reading The Lover's Accusation.
personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
(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 The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
apartmentsnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənts/
plural of “apartment” — a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
comradesnounUS /ˈkɑːmrædz/
plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
countedverbUS /ˈkaʊntɪd/
past form of “count” — determine the number or amount of
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
disposalnounUS /dɪˈspoʊzəl/
the power to use something or someone
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
doctor'snounUS /ˈdɑːktərz/
possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
doomedadjectiveUS /duːmd/
marked for certain death
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
Fernow
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From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
finely-furnished
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From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
fulfilledadjectiveUS /fʊlˈfɪld/
completed to perfection
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
homagenounUS /ˈɑːmədʒ/
respectful deference
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
hospitalitynounUS /ˌhɑːspəˈtæləti/
kindness in welcoming guests or strangers
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
Lover'snounUS /ˈlʌvərz/
possessive form of “lover” — a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
From this reading The Lover's Accusation.
majoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
millionairenounUS /ˌmɪljəˈner/
a person whose material wealth is valued at more than a million dollars
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
not any; not one
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
and nothing more
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
a person who is being chased
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
cut with a saw
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
plural of “stranger” — anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Lover's Accusation.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Fernow had not counted too much on the hospitality of his comrades; the major more than fulfilled his promise.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
UnfortunatelyadverbUS /ənˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
by bad luck
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
unoccupiedadjectiveUS /əˈnɑːkjəpaɪd/
not held or filled or in use
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
verifyverbUS /ˈverəfaɪ/
confirm the truth of
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
precisely as stated
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
warlikeadjectiveUS /ˈwɔːrlaɪk/
disposed to warfare or hard-line policies
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
in or at the place that
From this reading The journey could under no circumstances be pursued, but all were ready to receive the strangers for the night into the castle, where a number of finely-furnished unoccupied apartments stood at their disposal.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
the words that are spoken
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading They only saw enough of her to verify the doctor's words that she was young and very beautiful; but Miss Forest did not seem inclined to receive the homage of this warlike circle.
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father
From this reading Unfortunately, the hopes of the younger gentlemen as to a nearer acquaintance with the beautiful millionaire were doomed to disappointment.
