Chapter XIX · Chapter 19

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

later than; following

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

(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 furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

using the voice; not silently

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

plural of “beam” — a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

plural of “call” — a telephone connection

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

the overhead upper surface of a covered space

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

talk socially without exchanging too much information

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

a roll of tobacco for smoking

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

a small house with a single story

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

past form of “entwine” — tie or link together

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

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

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

musically pleasing

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

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

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

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

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Paul knew it well!

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

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

of greater importance or stature or rank

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

plural of “nook” — a sheltered and secluded place

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

out of fashion

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

plural of “period” — an amount of time

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

in a bountiful manner

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

strange in an interesting or pleasing way

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

plural of “recess” — a state of abeyance or suspended business

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

precisely, exactly

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

showing signs of wear and tear

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

make square

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

act of expanding by lengthening or widening

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

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

From this reading Many an evening he had come in to tea there, after a cigar and a chat with the old Major, and lounged in that low chair by Mrs. Harcourt's side.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate

From this reading The furniture was all old-fashioned, and of different periods; but the general effect was harmonious, though a trifle shabby.

plural of “trophy” — an award for success in war or hunting

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

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

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Paul knew it well!

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

From this reading It was a room which had been built, too, of quaint shape, made up of nooks and corners and recesses, and with dark oak beams stretching right across the ceiling.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "BLOOD CALLS ALOUD FOR BLOOD AND NOT FOR HANDS ENTWINED" It was with a strange conflict of feelings that Paul, with Adrea by his side, passed across the square, low hall of the cottage, plentifully decorated with stags' heads and other sporting trophies, and into the drawing-room.