Chapter III

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

From this reading A "MOTHER OF ENGLAND."

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

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

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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 of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

plural of “bouquet” — an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

an inlaid furniture decoration; tortoiseshell and yellow and white metal form scrolls in cabinetwork

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

a situation in which people or things are crowded together

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

plural of “curtain” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a table linen made from linen with a damask pattern

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase “left to your own devices”

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading A "MOTHER OF ENGLAND."

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

enclose in or as if in a frame

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

be shiny, as if wet

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

plural of “hanging” — decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

not accessible to view

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

spin, wind, or twist together

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

immediately past

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

inlaid veneers are fitted together to form a design or picture that is then used to ornament furniture

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

provided with a worthy adversary or competitor

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

preside over

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

used to form the superlative

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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

From this reading A "MOTHER OF ENGLAND."

to a great degree or extent

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

plain-woven cotton fabric

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

not any; not one

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A "MOTHER OF ENGLAND."

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

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

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

perfected or made shiny and smooth

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

superlative of “pretty” — pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

past form of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a purple color or pigment

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

the attribute of being superfluous and unneeded

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

(used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

lacking brightness or color; dull

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

the rays of the sun

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was as much of buhl and marqueterie and mosaic in the room as it could _well_ hold--no more; no appearance of crowding or redundance of ornament.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

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

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

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

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."

(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 The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

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

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

during the time that

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The walls were hung with dark purple silk, each panel set in a frame of polished oak; bright borderings and bouquets of flowers inwoven, prevented the effect from being sombre; the damask of the furniture, as well as the velvet of the _portieres_ and curtains (these last almost hidden now in clouds of muslin and lace), matched the hangings exactly.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading It was of moderate size, on the first floor, at an angle of the building; two deep oriels to the south and east caught every available gleam of sunshine in winter, while in summer time many cunning devices within and without kept heat and glare at bay.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading If the Squire's study was the most comfortable room in the Dene, the prettiest, and to a refined taste the most attractive, without contradiction, was "my lady's chamber."