used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
in actual fact
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
eagerly desirous
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
Betts
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From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
blazenounUS /bleɪz/
a strong flame that burns brightly
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
lacking funds
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
coaxingadjectiveUS /ˈkoʊksɪŋ/
pleasingly persuasive or intended to persuade
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
desirousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəs/
having or expressing desire for something
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
to an extreme degree
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
start firing a weapon
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
set up or found
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
fro
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From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
how
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From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
LaversnounUS /ˈleɪvərz/
plural of “laver” — Australian tennis player who in 1962 was the second man to win the Australian and French and English and United States singles titles in the same year; in 1969 he repeated this feat (born in 1938)
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
something that is lost
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
maintainverbUS /meɪnˈteɪn/
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
MARGERY'S
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From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
(Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
neighbournounUS /ˈneɪbər/
a person who lives (or is located) near another
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
reservenounUS /rɪˈzɜːrv/
formality and propriety of manner
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
except for; apart from
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
characterized by or preferring solitude
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
express in words
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was strange indeed that he should actually feel anxious concerning the health of a neighbour; but as he moved to and fro, coaxing his fire into a blaze, and preparing his solitary meal, Michael was exceedingly desirous of learning how the new day had found Professor Lavers.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Michael Betts said to himself as he rose the next morning.
in the direction of
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading It was something new for him to give a thought to any one, save in the way of business.
at the time that
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
which person or people
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
womanlyadjective
befitting or characteristic of a woman especially a mature woman
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading LITTLE MARGERY'S LOSS "I WONDER if he is any better?"
wontnounUS /woʊnt/
an established custom
From this reading When the woman arrived who came every morning at nine to clean up his place and do him such womanly services as he required, he broke through the reserve he was wont to maintain towards her, and asked her if she could tell him how Professor Lavers was.
