used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
abjectadjectiveUS /ˈæbdʒekt/
of the most contemptible kind
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
aggressiveadjectiveUS /əˈɡresɪv/
having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends
From this reading Not Lord Quorn?" repeated the duke, prepared to resume the aggressive.
aghastadjectiveUS /əˈɡæst/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
declarationnounUS /ˌdeklərˈeɪʃən/
a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
designsnounUS /dɪˈzaɪnz/
plural of “design” — the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
discomfiturenoun
anxious embarrassment
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
a British peer of the highest rank
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
expectationnounUS /ˌekspekˈteɪʃən/
belief about (or mental picture of) the future
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
eyedadjectiveUS /aɪd/
having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
GagenounUS /ɡeɪdʒ/
street names for marijuana
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
incredulouslyadverb
in an incredulous manner
From this reading "Not Lord Quorn?" screamed Lady Ormstork incredulously.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading "Not Lord Quorn?" screamed Lady Ormstork incredulously.
miennounUS /miːn/
dignified manner or conduct
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
a particular point in time
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "Not Lord Quorn?" screamed Lady Ormstork incredulously.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
Ormstork
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From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
Peckover's
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From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
penetratingadjectiveUS /ˈpenətreɪtɪŋ/
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading Not Lord Quorn?" repeated the duke, prepared to resume the aggressive.
Quorn
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From this reading "Not Lord Quorn?" screamed Lady Ormstork incredulously.
Quorn's
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From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
recurring again and again
From this reading Not Lord Quorn?" repeated the duke, prepared to resume the aggressive.
resumeverbUS /rɪˈzuːm/
take up or begin anew
From this reading Not Lord Quorn?" repeated the duke, prepared to resume the aggressive.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
screamedverbUS /skriːmd/
past form of “scream” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading "Not Lord Quorn?" screamed Lady Ormstork incredulously.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
self-possessionnoun
the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "So?
past form of “stare” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
startlingadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
inflected form of “swing” — move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Not Lord Quorn?" repeated the duke, prepared to resume the aggressive.
transcendentadjectiveUS /trænˈsendənt/
exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
Ulrica
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From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Lady Ormstork, surprised for a moment out of her transcendent self-possession, stared aghast at the object of her designs; Ulrica looked half astonished and half relieved; Peckover's mien was one of abject discomfiture; while Quorn's showed grim expectation.
in the company of; together with
From this reading At the startling declaration the duke swung round and eyed Gage with a glance that seemed capable of penetrating an inch board.
