Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

(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 It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

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

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

plural of “angle” — the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

cause to be bored

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

a city of southeastern Pennsylvania on the Delaware river (an industrial suburb of Philadelphia)

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

English general considered one of the greatest generals in history (1650-1722)

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

suited to your comfort or purpose or needs

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

dearly loved

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

(Greek mythology) wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

marked by complexity and richness of detail

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

past form of “emanate” — proceed or issue forth, as from a source

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc.

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading FASHIONING THE WEB.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

coins made of gold

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

highest in quality

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

a native or inhabitant of Italy

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC and the 5th century AD

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

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

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

a title used to address any peeress except a duchess

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

English poet and playwright who introduced blank verse as a form of dramatic expression; was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl (1564-1593)

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

a form of address for a man

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

a distinctive odor that is pleasant

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

someone who makes charitable donations intended to increase human well-being

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

-ing form of “place” — put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

past form of “recommend” — push for something

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

certainty based on past experience

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

in the near future

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

English poet who wrote an allegorical romance celebrating Elizabeth I in the Spenserian stanza (1552-1599)

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

past form of “stamp” — walk heavily

From this reading The envelope bore an elaborate crest, stamped in crimson and gold, and as she opened it, a faint perfume emanated from it.

(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading FASHIONING THE WEB.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Lady Despard added that she was certain, from all Mr. Churchill had said, she and Miss Marlowe would get on together, and that she intended starting for Italy as soon as possible.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading Two days later, Mrs. Jelf brought Doris a letter.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

precisely as stated

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving

From this reading FASHIONING THE WEB.

widely or fully known

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

which person or people

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

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

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading It was from Lady Despard, who wrote--in the delightfully-illegible hand, all points and angles, known as “the Italian”--that her dear friend, the well-known philanthropist, Mr. Spenser Churchill, had recommended Miss Marlowe to Lady Despard, and, placing the greatest reliance upon Mr. Churchill, her ladyship would be very pleased if Miss Marlowe would come to her at number twelve Chester Gardens, as soon as Miss Marlowe could find it convenient.