Chapter IV

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

how long something has existed

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

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

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

the season when the leaves fall from the trees

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

the location of a visual perception along a continuum from black to white

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

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

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

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

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

causing dejection

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

weak from exhaustion

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

plural of “elm” — any of various trees of the genus Ulmus: important timber or shade trees

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

the organ of sight

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

a structure from which an artificially produced jet of water arises

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

a young female

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

highly enthusiastic

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

coins made of gold

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading LITTLE MARY’S HOME.

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

bordered by a line of things

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading LITTLE MARY’S HOME.

uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

plural of “maple” — wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

possessive form of “mary” — the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading LITTLE MARY’S HOME.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

not any; not one

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

the month following September and preceding November

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

possessing material wealth

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

impressive in appearance

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

not in physical motion

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

the environmental condition

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

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

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

a slight but appreciable amount

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

the time of day immediately following sunset

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

marked by dissimilarity

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

precisely as stated

From this reading The cheerful parlor, with its rich curtains and soft carpet, its glowing grate and pleasant pictures and comfortable easy-chairs, was very unlike that dismal attic; but the gazer at the window seemed to give very little heed to its brightness.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

in or at the place that

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

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

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

plural of “willow” — any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Upon that same October evening, another little girl, near Bertha’s age, sat by the window, looking out into the twilight.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was no dreary back-court, however, which met her eye, but a broad, well-paved street, lined with stately houses, and a quiet park, where the graceful willows drooping round the fountain still showed a tinge of green, and the elms and maples still looked gay in their autumn livery of crimson and gold.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading And the scene within presented as strong a contrast to poor Bertha’s surroundings as did the scene without.