Chapter XXVII

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

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

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

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

any person at all

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills)

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

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

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

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

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

plural of “beau” — a man who is the lover of a man or woman

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

put or pin the blame on

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

carefully weighed

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

a potent estrogen used in medicine and in feed for livestock and poultry

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

having made preparations

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

plural of “dressmaker” — someone who makes or mends dresses

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

past form of “err” — to make a mistake or be incorrect

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

divisible by two

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

pleasing and appropriate manner or style (especially manner or style of expression)

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

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

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

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

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

an improper demeanor

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

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

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

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

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

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From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

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From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

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From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

a feeling of joy and pride

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

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

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

in the recent past

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

take delight in

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

responsive to physical stimuli

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

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

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

a male human offspring

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

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

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

a special situation

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

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

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

to an undue degree

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading In her heart, there is reason to believe, Jim’s mother considered her son to be unduly sensitive upon the score of her appearance.

precisely as stated

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

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

From this reading REVEL IS HELD AT PEN-Y-GROS CASTLE Modest revel was held that evening at the Castle.

(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

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

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading It had been obtained in Paris for one thing, not very recently, it is true, for Jim was then a gay and careless student at L’École des Beaux Arts; but, even at that time of day, the dressmakers of Paris were said to possess a lightness of touch, a grace, and a felicity which made for youth.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading She knew as well as anybody that she always did look young in her best gown, almost to the point of impropriety.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading Jim’s mother erred so much on the side of youth that Jim was disposed to blame her for wearing her best gown.