used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
adventured
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From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
betimesadverb
in good time
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
plural of “bush” — a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
cart-track
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From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
chauffeurnounUS /ʃoʊˈfɜːr/
a man paid to drive a privately owned car
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
chieflyadverbUS /ˈtʃiːfli/
for the most part
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
past form of “climb” — go upward with gradual or continuous progress
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
clingingverbUS /ˈklɪŋɪŋ/
-ing form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
forsaken by owner or inhabitants
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
operate or control a vehicle
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
being one more than seven
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
enticingadjectiveUS /enˈtaɪsɪŋ/
highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
set up or found
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
a movable barrier in a fence or wall
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
brought together in one place
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
glowingadjectiveUS /ˈɡloʊɪŋ/
highly enthusiastic
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
grassyadjectiveUS /ˈɡræsi/
abounding in grass
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
hamletnounUS /ˈhæmlət/
a community of people smaller than a village
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
harvest-time
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From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
haynounUS /heɪ/
grass mowed and cured for use as fodder
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
headlandnoun
a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea)
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
hedgesnounUS /ˈhedʒɪz/
plural of “hedge” — a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
hoaryadjectiveUS /ˈhɔːri/
showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
JossnounUS /dʒɔːs/
a Chinese god worshipped in the form of an idol
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
ManornounUS /ˈmænər/
the mansion of a lord or wealthy person
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
MondaynounUS /ˈmʌndi/
the second day of the week; the first working day
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
Ottinge
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From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
Parrett
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From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
SeptembernounUS /sepˈtembər/
the month following August and preceding October
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
shelteredadjectiveUS /ˈʃeltərd/
protected from danger or bad weather
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
short-cut
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From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
Shrapton-le-Steeple
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From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
not in physical motion
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
stretchverbUS /stretʃ/
occupy a large, elongated area
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
clean by virtue of having been washed in water
From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
water-meadows
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From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
Westmere
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From this reading Miss Parrett had adventured a drive to Westmere, returning home by four o’clock, and the car being washed and put away betimes, the chauffeur found himself at liberty.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading On this occasion, man and dog deserted the low country and the water-meadows, and climbed the hills which sheltered the village.
whistlingnounUS /ˈwɪslɪŋ/
the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
From this reading The glowing and golden September evening was enticing, and, whistling for Joss, he set out for a good long stretch before supper.
a Caucasian
From this reading AN HOUR OF LIBERTY The white flowers had been gathered on Saturday in the Manor garden, and it was now Monday.
wisps
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From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Their road lay by a grassy cart-track, which ran sometimes between high hedges, sometimes along a headland, with here and there a hoary old gate--it was chiefly used in harvest-time (indeed, wisps of fresh hay and straw were still clinging to the bushes), and was the short-cut to Shrapton-le-Steeple, a hamlet which lay eight miles south of Ottinge.
