Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

a farewell remark

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

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

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

plural of “bed” — a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

the organic process of bearing flowers

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

possessive form of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

not characterized by emotion

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

a particular society at a particular time and place

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

a person who is older than you are

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

-ing form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

start firing a weapon

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

destroyed or killed

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

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

From this reading He looked up and patted her hand.

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

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

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

a small worthless amount

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

immediately past

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

the production of eggs (especially in birds)

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (1809-1865)

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

the act of tarrying

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He looked up and patted her hand.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

of a path e.g.

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

held or filled or in use

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

above and across; more than

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

inflected form of “pat” — pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

From this reading He looked up and patted her hand.

a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

favoring or promoting progress

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

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

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

(used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

past form of “refill” — fill something that had previously been emptied

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

not in physical motion

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

express a supposition

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

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

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

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

From this reading He looked up and patted her hand.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

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

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading You look as if they might be romantic, but I suppose you are really off on the quest of the blooming bacillus or the meandering microbe, or hanging over--what is it you call your garden beds of disease--a culture?"

which person or people

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading A DISCUSSION OF PROGRESSIVE WOMEN The group that had foregathered about Mrs. Ramsey's tea-table that Thursday afternoon had scattered and gone its several ways.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading The last of them was bidding her adieu as her husband entered and joined her brothers, who were lingering for a farewell word with her, each occupied in characteristic fashion, John gazing into the fire that smouldered on the grate, for it was a raw and chilly afternoon, and Frank endeavoring to coax a last cup of tea from the silver tea-ball and the still steaming kettle.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "If you really want another cup, Frank, let me have the tea-ball refilled," Mrs. Ramsey said, and then laying her hand on her elder brother's shoulder, "A new Lincoln penny for your thoughts, Jack.